Seacoast Science Center at Odiorne Point: Tidepools, Touch Tanks and Timed Entry

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Seacoast Science Center at Odiorne Point: Tidepools, Touch Tanks and Timed Entry

General admission provides timed entry to the Seacoast Science Center’s aquariums, touch tanks, interactive exhibits and naturalist-led programs at Odiorne Point State Park.

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Seacoast Science Center at Odiorne Point: Tidepools, Touch Tanks and Timed Entry.

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Located on the rocky coast within historic Odiorne Point State Park, the Seacoast Science Center is a marine education and science resource focused on inspiring active conservation through aquariums, indoor touch tanks, interactive exhibits and naturalist-led programs that teach the importance of the marine environment.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE HABITATS

Live aquariums that showcase local marine life

The Center’s aquariums present local marine species and habitats, offering close-up views that support the facility’s marine-education mission and conservation messaging.

THE HANDS-ON

Indoor touch tanks and interactive exhibits

Visitors engage directly with marine organisms at indoor touch tanks and learn through interactive exhibits curated to deepen understanding of ocean ecosystems.

THE MISSION

Naturalist-led programs that emphasize conservation

Naturalist-led programming and events are core to the Center’s goal of empowering visitors to protect marine environments and build a healthier ocean.

What the day feels like

What the visit feels like

General admission gives timed entry to a compact marine-education experience: curated aquariums and interactive exhibits, hands-on touch tanks, and scheduled naturalist-led programs, all situated within Odiorne Point State Park.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from a General Admission visit

1
Families with childrenInteractive touch tanks and hands-on exhibits make the Center well suited to family visits; note that the park use fee varies by age category.
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School and educational groupsNaturalist-led programs and exhibits support organized learning and conservation education; plan activities around timed-entry scheduling and age categories for fees.
3
Conservation-minded visitorsThose interested in marine conservation will find programming and exhibits aligned with the Center’s mission to empower ocean stewardship.
4
Casual visitors and touristsVisitors seeking a compact, interpretive experience on the New Hampshire coast can visit the aquariums and exhibits, but should be prepared to reserve timed-entry tickets and pay the park use fee.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Tickets & timing

To purchase tickets, select the date of your visit, then choose the time and number of individuals per age category; entry is by timed ticket.

Fees & park use

Admission to the Seacoast Science Center does not include the Odiorne Point State Park use fee; that park fee is added to your transaction.

Membership

Consider a Seacoast Science Center membership—membership benefits and discounts are available and can offset repeat-visit costs.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Does my General Admission include the Odiorne Point State Park fee?

No. Admission fees for the Seacoast Science Center do not include the required Odiorne Point State Park use fee, which will be added to your transaction.

How much is the Odiorne Point State Park use fee?

The park use fee added to your transaction is $4 for ages 12–adult and $2 for ages 6–11; exceptions apply.

How do I purchase General Admission tickets?

To purchase tickets, select the date of your visit, then choose the time and the number of individuals per age category.

Is entry timed or walk-up?

Entry is timed: select the time when purchasing your general admission ticket.

Are there membership benefits?

Yes. The Center offers memberships that include program and event discounts and other benefits; a membership can pay for itself in a small number of visits.

What will I see at the Center?

General admission provides access to aquariums, indoor touch tanks, interactive exhibits and naturalist-led programs focused on marine environments and conservation.