The Seacoast Science Center, located in historically rich Odiorne Point State Park, provides exceptional learning experiences in the marine and environmental sciences through dynamic and innovative programs and exhibits.

Founded in 1992, the Seacoast Science Center  serves 75,000 visitors annually with exhibits that interpret the area’s history and habitats, including salt and fresh water aquariums. The only whale skeleton on public display in New Hampshire is the centerpiece of an exhibit interpreting the ecology of the Gulf of Maine through the life story of a young humpback whale named Tofu. Nature programs, offered for all ages from 18 months through senior rediscovery, range in format from nature walks, and hands-on activities to travel programs, lectures and video-conference distance education delivered from the Gregg Interactive Learning Studio. The Studio is equipped with distance learning capabilities that extend the Center’s educational reach across the nation.   The 135 acre Park contains seven distinct natural habitats, which make exceptional outdoor classrooms. Park amenities include the Carol Lincoln Memorial Playground, wooded picnic area, breath-taking views of Portsmouth Harbor and the Isles of Shoals, sea-side and wheel-chair accessible trails.

The Seacoast Science Center is leading an ambitious regional effort to improve the way science centers and aquariums reach underserved families. Funded by a grant from NOAA, five teams of educators from science centers and community based organizations of coastal communities from Portsmouth, NH to Mystic, CT will develop meaningful family learning experiences that focus on helping children and their families learn the important role the oceans play in their daily lives. In 2010, NBC’s TODAY Show chose the Seacoast Science Center as one of six Lend a Hand Today recipients; the only environmental education organization chosen that year.


Wendy Lull can be reached via email w.lull@seacentr.org or phone: 603-436-8043 ext. 15