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At the Oceanarium and Education Center, we provide opportunities for both children and adults—locals and visitors alike—to connect with the ocean that surrounds us through unforgettable experiences. Our facility, located on 20 acres of tidal salt marsh at the northern tip of Mount Desert Island, features a Gulf of Maine-focused aquarium, a museum, and a salt marsh trail allowing for hands-on exploration right at the water’s edge.


Our Mission
The Mission of the Oceanarium is to provide educational exhibits and programs for all ages on local ecology, marine biology and research, citizen science, dark skies, fisheries and aquaculture, and STEM education in partnership with Maine schools.
Vision
The Oceanarium and Education Center’s exhibits and programming will inspire connectivity, conservation, and curiosity within Maine communities.
Meet Our Staff

Jeff Cumming
Executive Director

Celeste Deeny
Museum Shop Curator, Retail Manager

Ben Segee
Aquarium Manager, Lead Aquarist

Meghann Harris
Maine Ocean Festival Director

Gideon Conrad-Wallace
Second Aquarist, Technical Support

Galena Conrad-Wallace
Marketing