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Seymour Marine Discovery Center.

The Seymour Marine Discovery Center in Santa Cruz, California, is an interactive marine science museum that engages visitors with hands-on exhibits and a thriving touch pool featuring various sea creatures like sharks and sea stars. A highlight is "Ms. Blue," the world's largest and most complete blue whale skeleton, offering a fascinating glimpse into whale anatomy. The center features research-oriented aquariums that display marine life from the Monterey Bay Sanctuary, along with behind-the-scenes tours of labs where scientists study marine mammals. Set on a scenic coastal campus, the center also boasts outdoor trails for wildlife observation. Dedicated to education, the center hosts special events and activities, making marine science accessible and exciting for all ages.

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100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
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(831) 459-3800
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