"the mountain and the sea are excellent schoolmasters, and teach some of us more than we can ever learn from books." -john lubbock
Meet Our Team
The Salish Sea School is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion, and connectedness. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team. We welcome the unique contributions that one can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
We are stronger together with the collective sum of individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent which ultimately brings about a healthier planet.
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Salish Sea School Discovery Center
Come Say Hello!
A cozy hub of ocean inspiration - The Salish Sea School Discovery Center has something for everyone!
Discovery Center Hours
We are open most Fridays and Saturdays 9:30-3:30pm and select Sundays. Check out our exact schedule here!
Exhibits
From live exhibits, interactive activities, to amazing marine artifacts, there is always something new to see in the Discovery Center.
Salish Sea Merchandise
Don’t forget to browse our shelves for Salish Sea-inspired merchandise and gifts -perfect for ocean lovers of all ages.
Community Event
Explore the Salish Sea and connect with community through FREE community events!
Exhibits
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Puffins of the Salish Sea
Discover the amazing lives of Salish Sea Tufted Puffins and the incredible journey they make every year to raise just a single puffling. Follow along with the story of Tuff Puff the Tufted Puffin while enjoying the beautiful artwork of local Washington artist Jessica Luchsinger - and spot a real Tufted and Horned Puffin in the Discovery Center!
Exhibit open now!
Sea Science Saturdays
Join us every weekend for Sea Science Saturday! From exploring intertidal critters, learning how to ID Orcas, to creating your very own jellyfish craft to take home - our Discovery Center Ambassador led science activities are the perfect Saturday outing. Topics are announced weekly on our What's coming up this week posts on social media!
Exhibit open now through August
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Salish Wildlife Rescue Live Exhibit Days
Join Salish Wildlife Rescue (formerly Wolf Hollow Rescue) at the center as they share their stories of wildlife rescue in the San Juans and how we can live in harmony with the amazing wildlife of these islands. There may even be some special educational specimens!
May 30th and July 18th 12pm- 3:30pm
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Natural History Exhibit
Our permanent natural history exhibit explores the interconnection and ecology of the Salish Sea through a large collection of marine artefacts. From a giant grey whale skull, to tiny limpet shells, there is so much to discover!
Permanent Exhibit
Discovery Center Hours