This science fair and open house features marine science programs and scientists based at Hatfield. The event is free, family-friendly and ideal for lifelong learners. Everyone is welcome!
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Over 40 Hatfield-based labs, hands-on and interactive
The Visitor Center is open all day, and admission free
Tours are free and available on a first-come, first-served basis
10:30 & 11 a.m.: Hatfield's Seawater System - 30 minutes
11 a.m.: Yaquina Estuary Trail - 1 hour
11 a.m.: Vertical tsunami evacuation at the Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building - 30 minutes
**A Spanish interpreter will be attending this tour and providing translation.
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Ann Vileisis, author of Abalone The Remarkable History and Uncertain Future of California's Iconic Shellfish, Visitor Center auditorium
1 - 2:00 p.m.: Dr. Sarah Gravem, Connecting our community above to the community below: recent changes in our kelp forest and rocky intertidal ecosystems in Oregon and beyond. Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building auditorium
Download a printable copy of this year's poster.
To view 2022 MSD speakers, see this YouTube playlist.