It is not every day that you go to an attraction and discover it is even better than you expected, but that is exactly what happened when we visited this science and education center. There were a many interesting and informative exhibits, aquariums with a...More

This facility is primarily the maritime research and graduate student facility for Oregon State University but is the home to several Federal and Oregon maritime and environmental research and fisheries organizations. Accordingly, the visitor center features many very high quality exhibits that feature the research...More

My kids really enjoyed this. Very interactive and informative. It's small and only takes about an hour to go through, and it's free!

Must admit, it has been years since I walked through the science center as a young girl. Can remember back to when the bay was being dredged to prepare for the building of this center. My impression remains the same~love it! ( I still have...More

Not having been to he Marine Science center for quite awhile I wasn't sure what to expect when taking grandchildren 6 & 9. It was great. Lots of hands on displays re tidal action, tidal waves, fish, shellfish. Etc. a very enjoyable couple of hours....More

This is a very good attraction for a town of this size. Located on the south side of Newport bay, the science center is s free attraction

This free attraction (donations are accepted) is a good alternative to the Oregon Coast Aquarium if you're short on time or in a tight budget. No huge tanks, but there are several kid friendly, hands on exhibits including a tide pool.

Wonderful free OSU visitor center to educate about marine sciences. Perfect rainy day activity for the whole family.

A wonderful interactive environment to learn about marine life, tsunami's, wales, porpoises and dolphins, red tides and shell fish and so much more. How is global warming affecting the coast and oceans or is the salinity of the ocean changing because of fresh water ice...More

We have lived around the ocean all of our lives but learned more today about the sea life today. The hands on exhibits were great for both kids and adults. The volunteers are friendly and knowledgeable. I would visit again if I'm in the area.