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September 5, 2025 / Education

Back-to-Schooling September: 7 Common Student Questions

At Greater Cleveland Aquarium, we believe that nature is a curious thing. Students who take part in our education... Read More

September 18, 2025 / Education,Species Highlights

Back-to-Schooling September: Questions from Guests!

Thank you for submitting your curiosity questions during Back-to-Schooling September. Here are answers to some of the... Read More

September 24, 2025 / Education

Educational Opportunities at Greater Cleveland Aquarium

At Greater Cleveland Aquarium, we offer a variety of educational opportunities that provide inquiry-based, hands-on... Read More

Follow us out to sea

Host the birthday where sharks, stingrays and seadragons set the scene. 🎂 Activities + a private party space = zero cleanup at home. Details on our website. #ThisIsCLE #CLEAquarium #ClevelandFamilies

Host the birthday where sharks, stingrays and seadragons set the scene. 🎂 Enjoy an aquatic adventure, activities and no house party mess. https://www.greaterclevelandaquarium.com/celebrations/kids-birthday-parties/
#ThisIsCLE #AquariumBirthday #ClevelandFamilies

363 wonder‑filled days and a 3-millionth guest milestone - that’s a lot of “whoa!” at the touchpool and wide‑eyed shark seatube moments. THANK YOU to the members, guests, educators, students, bus groups, birthday party families, community partners, vendors, contractors and our amazing ...team for making 2025 unforgettable.

Come see us today. We're here and ready to kick off another year of curiosity, community and countless shared experiences! #cleaquarium

363 wonder‑filled days and our 3‑millionth guest—that’s a lot of “whoa!” at the touchpool and wide‑eyed shark seatube moments. Thank you for a truly great year. We’re excited for what 2026 will bring—including our 14th anniversary this January! 💙🐠

Enrichment gives animals new, engaging ways to explore and problem-solve. Watch the cownose stingrays at Greater Cleveland Aquarium collaborate with our team to paint a star—and then see it shine as part of our happy New Year message!

Make it a family quest! Pick up an activity sheet the next time you visit and see if you can find the answers as you explore our habitats. New sheets pop up all the time, so every visit is a fresh adventure!

Make it a family quest! Pick up an activity sheet the next time you visit and see if you can find the answers as you explore our habitats. New sheets pop up all the time, so every visit is a fresh adventure! https://www.greaterclevelandaquarium.com/plan-your-visit/

Hands-on fun for every age! 🖐️🐠 From touchpools to discovery carts and habitat feedings to animal encounters—explore together any day. We're here 10am - 5pm. Ticket link in bio.

Winter break plans? Make them jaw-some! 🦈 Bring the whole crew to experience the shark seatube and enjoy an underwater adventure! Ticket link in bio. #cleaquarium

Scuba Claus + Finn = the ultimate holiday duo! Thanks for a fin-tastic week. Enjoy family time today—we’ll be back Friday, December 26! 🐟🎄 #cleaquarium #cleveland

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