Dinosaurs. Solar systems. Sharks. What more could you ask for during an educational weekend in South Jersey?
Sewell
Have some prehistoric fun while learning about the giant creatures that roamed the earth before us in the spot where their fossils were discovered. Participate in your own fossil dig in the quarry or visit the creatures in critter cove before exploring the Cretaceous and Monstrous Seas galleries.
Camden
Adventure Aquarium has endless creative ways to explore our oceans, like the tranquil shark tunnel and adorable penguin beach. And don’t forget to visit the many touch tanks, the aquarium’s resident hippos and the interactive imagination sand station. Plus, level up your learning with a special behind-the-scenes animal encounter.
Camden
Wander the halls of a real battleship with a self-guided or guided tour aboard America’s most-decorated battleship. Hear stories of the ship’s former crew, its successes in battle and more as you visit the crew’s quarters, the Admiral’s Cabin, the war room and more.
Glassboro
The universe is expansive, and the best place to start exploring it is right here in South Jersey. With public planetarium shows and a 16” telescope to look at the night sky, the Edelman Planetarium has something for everyone. Check the website for telescope open house schedule.
Stone Harbor
Year-round, The Wetlands Institute offers a number of educational experiences, from an aquarium feeding and touch tank to self-guided science activities. And in the warmer seasons, visitors can help staff drag a net through the bay and learn about the creatures that turn up.
