Blog - Texas State Aquarium

UPDATED HOURS FOR END-OF-SUMMER FUN AT TEXAS STATE AQUARIUM

August 8, 2024

Texas State Aquarium will be updating its operational hours starting August 12th through September 29th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The H-E-B Splash Park will open on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

RYCE HAILES COMES FULL CIRCLE AT TEXAS STATE AQUARIUM

August 2, 2024

Meet Ryce Hailes, a former SeaCamper and AquaTeen at Texas State Aquarium, who is currently an undergraduate researcher with the Coral Reef and Ocean Health lab at the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

Explore the Depths: Real-Time Shark Tracking & Exclusive Expedition Giveaway!

July 2, 2024

The Texas State Aquarium offers plenty of jaw-some opportunities to learn about our oceans' top predators, their habits, and characteristics. And, announcing the OCEARCH Meet a Shark Sweepstakes!

2024 March New Arrivals

April 1, 2024

In March, we welcomed a furry friend and a few aquatic animals to our family.

Tips for a great visit

Apr. 28, 2022

Ready for a trip to the Aquarium? We’ve got your back with tips to help you plan ahead, from wearing comfortable shoes to visiting during slower times!

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Apr. 26, 2022

Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind Mother's Day gift? Treat the mom in your life to a VIP experience with an Exclusive Encounter at the Aquarium. Or, give her the gift that keeps on giving - a year-long membership!

TSA Releases 10 of the 11 Kemp’s Ridley Cold-Stunned Turtles

Mar. 28, 2022

On Friday, March 25, 2022, the Texas State Aquarium released 10 of the 11 cold-stunned Kemp’s ridley sea turtles that came to the Wildlife Rescue Center all the way from New England Aquarium back in early December 2021.

Dolphin Calf Rehabilitated by the Texas State Aquarium Finds Forever Home

Mar. 26, 2022

After months of dedication, work, and 24/7 care, the male bottlenose dolphin calf rescued in June 2021 has found his forever home at a nonprofit research and education facility.

TSA and TAMUK collaborate to Perform Critical Surgery on Rescued Endangered Sea Turtles

Mar. 21, 2022

TSA has partnered with the Veterinary Technology Program at TAMUK to perform necessary surgery on several endangered green sea turtles that came in during February’s cold-stunning event.

Texas State Aquarium Featured on EARTH with John Holden

Mar. 14, 2022

Six-time Emmy Award winner John Holden visits the Texas State Aquarium to showcase TSA’s rescue efforts during the February cold-stunning event of 2021, as well as the Aquarium’s leadership in conservation and the Wildlife Rescue Program.

Spring Break at the Aquarium

Feb. 15, 2022

Ready for a Spring Break trip to the Aquarium? We’ve got your back with tips to help you plan ahead, from seeing our new 4D film Octopus: Blue Planet II 4D Experience ® to added animal presentations throughout the day!

Texas State Aquarium Releases 73 Endangered Sea Turtles Back to the Ocean

Feb. 14, 2022

The Texas State Aquarium released 73 of the 80 cold-stunned sea turtles that were admitted to the Aquarium due to a cold-stunning event.

Animal Night Care Team Provides Quality Animal Care After Hours

Feb. 1, 2022

Day and night, if an animal, exhibit, or support system needs attention, a dedicated animal care team is always on-site for maintenance and corrective action if needed.

Rescue Dolphin Calf Update!

Jan. 26, 2022

It's been almost seven months since the rescued dolphin calf arrived at our Rescue Center and we are happy to let you all know that the young dolphin is doing good and continues to grow!

This story highlights Seacamper turned AquaTeen to Researcher, Ryce Hailes.