Center for Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium

Specialties

The Center for Aquatic Sciences was founded in 1989 and has since been advancing the understanding of and concern for aquatic animals and their habitats. The Center’s mission is: «education and youth development through promoting the understanding, appreciation and protection of aquatic life and habitats.» In performing this mission, the Center strives to be a responsible member of the community, assisting in its economic and social redevelopment by providing opportunities for education, enrichment and employment.

History

Established in 1989.

Formerly the New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences, the Center changed its name on August 14, 2014. This name change was instituted to reflect the organization’s enhanced mission focus and strengthened educational partnership with Adventure Aquarium. While our name changed, our legal status as a not-​for-​profit and our mission did not. The change will allow us to look forward to expanding our service offerings, increasing our geographic reach and facilitating new collaborations in the future.