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10:30am - 4:00pm

TUES - SAT

*last entry at 3:30pm

Visit the world’s first Estuarium, one of North Carolina’s most innovative environmental centers.

See more than 200 exhibits that describe our vital estuaries and coastal rivers, including:

  • Aquariums with crabs and other estuarine life

  • Fun and fascinating artworks

  • Hands-on, interactive displays

  • Artifacts from life on the Pamlico River

  • Explorations of hurricanes and sea level rise

  • Pamlico River boat tours

  • Special programs on natural and cultural heritage.

$5 Adults

$3 Children K-12

Free for children under 5 (unless with group)

The Estuarium is located at

223 E. Water St., Washington, NC  27889

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Volunteer

Do you love water, nature, and giving back to the community? Then come volunteer with us! Our volunteers assist in our mission of showcasing the uniqueness of the estuary and educating our visitors on what they can do to help preserve this important ecosystem. 

Contact us at 252-948-0000 or click the button below to complete our volunteer inquiry.

ARTIST OF THE MONTH

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Our rotating gallery currently features the works of William Ryan, a photographer whose goal is to make individuals feel as if they were there.

Call us or stop by to discuss displaying your own pieces at the Estuarium!

SCHOOL VISITS

We love field trips! Teachers, give us a call today and plan your fun, educational class outing, complete with special programming for your group. 

BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT

From weddings to parties to meetings, we have the beautiful space with gorgeous views to fit your needs.

 

Contact us at 252-948-0000 for rates and details.

SUPPORT LOCAL

People, plants, and animals all depend on our estuaries. Your generous gift helps us preserve the waterways that are a way of life in Eastern North Carolina. We are a small operation, so every little bit goes a long way.

Thank you for your help!

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