This is a sweet, little aquarium in La Jolla, California that makes up for it’s smaller size with quality exhibits. (Photo courtesy of Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography) How about walking through the Hall of Fishes, where every kind of fish you’ve ever imagined swims before your eyes? Zoom in and zone out on a close-up look of one of our coral reef exhibits. For more information on exhibits, programs and events, call (858) 534-3474 or visit aquarium.ucsd.edu/. If you want to take photographs of the Birch Aquarium exhibits, beware of reflections on the glass. Move in close (about a foot away). Dive into the ocean world and watch over 3,000 fish and exotic underwater inhabitants in over 60 habitats. With so much going on above and beneath the surface, it always a beautiful day at Birch Aquarium. We went to the Birch Aquarium in La Jolla, CA, and my children were completely enthralled. Birch Aquarium’s jellyfish and seahorse exhibits are pretty fun to shoot and result in some gorgeous images. My 7 year old son expecially couldn't get enough. Birch Aquarium will reopen Sept. 15, with new COVID-19 precautions and a new exhibit on copepods. But don't get so carried away taking photos inside the Birch Aquarium that you miss the spectacular view outside. The aquarium also is launching virtual education activities for schools and after-school programs, Medley said. Birch has so many great exhibits you won’t know where to start! The complete sculptures will be bronzed and installed at Birch Aquarium in 2021. Birch Aquarium: Marine exhibits & Shows Explore the deep blue sea at the Birch Aquarium at the world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Birch Aquarium is not that large but had some nice exhibits. Creating intriguing water exhibits for 20 years Birch Aquarium, Scripps Institute of Oceanography, La Jolla, CA. The Birch Aquarium is located at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UCSD. The views are spectacular and gives you the opportunity to spot whales in the distance. Use your body to block the light or ask a friend to do that for you. Short drive from La Jolla Cove, where you can see the seals. It added QR codes at some exhibits so visitors can view more information about the animals. Exhibits at Birch Aquarium have included Boundless Energy, There's Something About Seahorses, Feeling the Heat: The Climate Challenge and Whales: Voices in the Sea. The 30- or 45-minute school programs will be presented live by two Birch educators and align with Next Generation Science standards. I want to thank you for your water art. San Diego Birch Aquarium is a beautiful place to learn about marine life. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. year-round. Great spot if you have small children - there were several activities for them. 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