Children’s Classes and Programs
DRAWING, PAINTING & CRAFTS
Come explore the aquatic world at Glen Echo Park Aquarium (GEPA)! We are a Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center where you can learn about our nation’s largest estuary, our local watershed, and the impact we have on our environment.
Aquatic Life and Nature Programs
GEPA presents interactive exhibits, family programs, camps, school field trips and birthday parties. Using a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) educational approach, GEPA nurtures exploration of our natural environment, blended with the creative artistic community of Glen Echo Park.
301.955.6256 gepaquarium.org
Our mission is to promote awareness of the aquatic environment through education, in order to encourage stewardship and conservation. GEPA is an extension of Under the Sea, a private educational outreach organization, and is a collaboration with the Glen Echo Park Partnership.
VISIT THE AQUARIUM Due to Covid-19, our hours of operation may vary. Please check our website for updates on classes and events. Explore our Aquarium exhibits and follow water’s journey from freshwater streams and rivers, through the watershed, and to the Chesapeake Bay. See what organisms are impacted along the way. Experience aquatic animals up close in our touch tank and learn what you can do to keep our watershed safe. Outside the Aquarium, play at our sensory table and check out simple experiments and interactive games. Explore the grounds, and visit our giant sand pit, “GEPA Beach,” our Geological Discovery Zone. Climb aboard the USS GEPA, our nautical classroom, and learn about sailing with early European explorers, Navy ships, fishing boats, and pirates.
PHOTO: GLEN ECHO PARK AQUARIUM
HOURS & ADMISSION Fall & Winter Hours (September-March) Wednesday to Sunday: 9am-5pm by appointment only
Group tours, school field trips and birthday parties are available by appointment year-round. Admission is $8; children under 2 are free. Group discounts available: Advanced reservations required for group visits.
SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS November 25—Closed for Thanksgiving December 25—Closed for Christmas January 1—Closed for New Years
PHOTO: GLEN ECHO PARK AQUARIUM
18 Due to Covid-19, classes and activities at the Park are subject to change. Please check our website for updates at: glenechopark.org