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Education Programs at Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles include Public Visitation, S.E.A. Lab weekly hands-on STEM programming, and Family Science Sunday. During these programs, families can take part in hands-on exhibits and have an up-close view of seal and sea lion patients in a Teaching Hospital that combines hands-on practical experience, innovative medicine, and professional collaboration.
• Schedule: Public Visitation Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays 10 AM–4 PM; S.E.A. Lab weekly hands-on STEM programming Saturdays 10 AM–4 PM; Family Science Sunday on Sundays at 11 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM, and 3 PM
Since 1992, Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles has cared for more than 10,000 marine mammals. The organization’s mission is to inspire ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, education, and research. It is the only organization authorized by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to respond year-round to marine mammals in distress along the entire Los Angeles County coastline from Malibu to Long Beach, Catalina Island, and at sea, and is described as a leader in the field of marine mammal health and conservation. Education programs are inquiry-driven and learner-centric, with an emphasis on environmental stewardship, and they provide learning opportunities for K–12 students, community organizations, conservation partners, and the public. Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles is a partner in the NOAA Stranding Network and, in 2023, joined NOAA’s National Large Whale Entanglement Response Network. The leadership team includes John Warner (Chief Executive Officer), Dave Bader (Chief Operations & Education Officer), Dr. Michelle Rivard (Director of Animal Health & Conservation), and Dr. Mattison Peters (Veterinarian & Response Operations Director). One visitor, Brad D., said, “This a great place to come, relax, connect with a patient that is in recovery and/or bring the kids to see some beautiful animals. I love what they do here!”
Last updated July 21, 2026.
• Schedule: Public Visitation Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays 10 AM–4 PM; S.E.A. Lab weekly hands-on STEM programming Saturdays 10 AM–4 PM; Family Science Sunday on Sundays at 11 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM, and 3 PM
Since 1992, Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles has cared for more than 10,000 marine mammals. The organization’s mission is to inspire ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, education, and research. It is the only organization authorized by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to respond year-round to marine mammals in distress along the entire Los Angeles County coastline from Malibu to Long Beach, Catalina Island, and at sea, and is described as a leader in the field of marine mammal health and conservation. Education programs are inquiry-driven and learner-centric, with an emphasis on environmental stewardship, and they provide learning opportunities for K–12 students, community organizations, conservation partners, and the public. Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles is a partner in the NOAA Stranding Network and, in 2023, joined NOAA’s National Large Whale Entanglement Response Network. The leadership team includes John Warner (Chief Executive Officer), Dave Bader (Chief Operations & Education Officer), Dr. Michelle Rivard (Director of Animal Health & Conservation), and Dr. Mattison Peters (Veterinarian & Response Operations Director). One visitor, Brad D., said, “This a great place to come, relax, connect with a patient that is in recovery and/or bring the kids to see some beautiful animals. I love what they do here!”
Last updated July 21, 2026.
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