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A visit to Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is your ticket to ocean science discovery!

Explore our historic seaside campus, home to the world's largest community of marine scientists and engineers. Take a walking tour, enjoy the exhibits and gift shop at our Ocean Science Discovery Center, and ask questions or buy a souvenir at our Visitor Center. We also offer special events all summer long – don’t miss out!

Visitor Center and Store

93 Water Street, Woods Hole, MA 02543

Open Daily, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Ocean Science Discovery Center

15 School Street, Woods Hole, MA 02543

Open Daily, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Stop at the Visitor Center and Store to ask a question, pick up maps of Woods Hole village, get information about research at WHOI, and learn about upcoming activities and events. You'll find a full array of WHOI shirts and hats, plus other ocean-themed mementos, in our gift shop.

Immerse yourself in WHOI research through interactive exhibits on the discovery and exploration of the Titanic, polar research, the ocean twilight zone, and more! Climb inside a replica of the deep sea submersible Alvin and touch the bite marks on the shark-tracking robot SharkCam. There's something for everyone to discover– including items in our gift shop.

Weekly summer events

Walking Tours

Weekdays at 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. by reservation (beginning July 1)

Friendly and knowledgeable WHOI docents lead tours of our dock and other facilities at the Woods Hole village campus.

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Ask a Scientist/Engineer

Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (begins July 2)

Got questions? WHOI experts are here to help! Just ask at the pop-up booth outside of Redfield Auditorium (45 Water St, Woods Hole)!

Splash Lab

Wednesdays & Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. (begins July 3 no Splash Lab on July 4)

This fun and interactive "wet lab" features hands-on science for kids of all ages.

Special Events

Woods Hole Science Stroll

Saturday, August 10, 2024

Join us for a celebration of world-class ocean science! This family-friendly annual event features hands-on activities and opportunities to learn from Woods Hole’s many science organizations.

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Tunes at Noon

Periodically throughout the summer

The soundtrack to summer wafts on an ocean breeze from the patio outside Redfield Auditorium (45 Water St, Woods Hole)! Enjoy a variety of bluegrass, a classical quartet, and jam bands. Stay tuned!

WHOI Ocean and Climate Outreach Series

Periodically throughout the summer

A science-focused presented by the Yawkey Foundation, featuring conversations with scientists, book readings, and science-themed films.

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