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Ocean Science Discovery Center & Store

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Learn about the WHOI's legacy of ocean science research, engineering, and exploration!

  • WHOI at Sea

    Learn about the ocean exploration vessels, vehicles, and tools developed and used by WHOI

  • Titanic

    Find out how our scientists and engineers first discovered and surveyed the Titanic

  • North Atlantic right whale

    Get to know the critically-endangered North Atlantic right whale

  • Ocean Twilight Zone

    Discover the Ocean Twilight Zone, the mid-ocean region that hosts the largest number of animals on Earth!

  • SharkCam

    See and touch REMUS SharkCam – an underwater, shark-tracking robot

  • Submersible Alvin

    Imagine a deep-sea dive in the submersible Alvin from inside a replica personnel sphere

Summer Activities

Splash Lab

(Redfield Laboratory Patio 45 Water Street)

  • A fun, hands-on opportunity for all ages to learn about ocean science! Drop by for to do an fun ocean science activity!
  • Tuesdays in July & August: 1pm-3pm (weather permitting)

Ask a Scientist/ Ask an Engineer

(Redfield Laboratory Patio 45 Water Street)

  • Do you have a science or engineering question?  Come chat with current WHOI scientists and engineers in a variety of fields about their research!
  • Thursdays in July & August: 11am-1pm (weather permitting)

Walking Tours

(Begin at the WHOI Store 93 Water Street)

  • Join knowledgeable WHOI guides on free walking tours through the WHOI dock area and other restricted village facilities!
  • Tours are approximately an hour long and recommended for ages 12 and up.
  • Space is limited and reservations are required. Sign up here.

The WHOI Store

Shop WHOI
The WHOI Store carries a large assortment of quality merchandise.  All proceeds support WHOI research, education, and outreach. Stop by one of our two location in Woods Hole: 15 School Street or  93 Water Street or visit us online.

Group Visits

The WHOI Ocean Science Discovery Center welcomes school groups throughout the year for self-guided tours of our facility.  Most groups plan to spend about 30 to 45 minutes at our Discovery Center and coordinate visits with our neighboring Woods Hole science organizations to complete a fun and informative day in our unique, world-renowned village.  Reservations for all groups are required.  Please contact Megan Harrigan at mharrigan@whoi.edu.

Other independent science organizations in the village of Woods Hole (within walking distance of the WHOI Discovery Center) that you may want to visit:

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Location, Hours & Directions

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Location

15 School Street, MS#45 Woods Hole, MA 02543

Hours

Open daily 11am-5pm

Merchandise is also available for purchase at the WHOI Store located at 93 Water Street in Woods Hole.  For location and hours, please click HERE.

Parking Notice

Street parking in the village of Woods Hole is very limited and metered. We strongly encourage summer visitors to park at the shopping malls and free municipal lots in Falmouth and ride the WHOOSH trolley to the village of Woods Hole. The trolley is operated by the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority and charges minimal fees.

» Learn more about public transportation available to and from Woods Hole

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