Heal the Bay Aquarium
museumPublic marine education center and aquarium located beneath the Santa Monica Pier, showcasing local marine life and offering interactive tidepool exhibits, school programs, and volunteer activities. Operated by the nonprofit Heal the Bay, it is known for community outreach, environmental education, and beach conservation efforts in Los Angeles County.
Upcoming Events (6)
BioBlitz at the Manhattan Beach Dunes
Join a hands-on BioBlitz at the Manhattan Beach Dunes hosted by Heal the Bay. Snap photos of wildlife, learn dune ecology, and see how your observations connect to coastal restoration along the Los Angeles coastline.
Heal the Bay BioBlitz and Restoration Days
Join Heal the Bay and partners for a BioBlitz and restoration day at Temescal Canyon Park in Los Angeles. Help survey biodiversity, catalog species, and assist native-tree planting in memory of Palisades Fire victims. No experience required—open to families and adults for an engaging outdoor volunteer day.
Beach Report Card and River Report Card Press Conference
Heal the Bay hosts the 2026 Beach Report Card and River Report Card press conference to unveil the latest water-quality results for Southern California beaches and rivers. The event, streamed live on Instagram, features experts breaking down ecological metrics and what the scores mean for public health and policy.
MPA Watch Community Science Training
Join Heal the Bay for a hands-on MPA Watch community science training in Los Angeles, where volunteers learn data collection methods to monitor Marine Protected Areas and support local ocean conservation efforts.
2026 Bring Back the Beach Gala
An elegant fundraising gala hosted by Heal the Bay in Los Angeles celebrating ocean conservation with stories, dinner, and opportunities to support protecting beaches and marine life.
MPA Watch Community Science Training
Join Heal the Bay for a hands-on MPA Watch training session that teaches volunteers how to collect data to monitor Marine Protected Areas, supporting local conservation efforts around Los Angeles.