Upcoming Events

Audience: Ages 8-10. Learn more and register here.

Join the National Marine Mammal Foundation in this Dolphin Doctor workshop! Participants will learn about marine mammal medical research, take part in an interactive mock dolphin health assessment, conduct a fish dissection, and learn how scientists use sound to help care for marine mammals. 

This program is meant for ages 8-10. A second program for ages 11-14 is available on November 21 at 4:00 p.m. Register for that one here.

Mission Valley Library – Community Room, 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, CA 92108

Audience: Ages 11-14. Learn more and register here.

Join the National Marine Mammal Foundation in this Dolphin Doctor workshop! Participants will learn about marine mammal medical research, take part in an interactive mock dolphin health assessment, conduct a fish dissection, and learn how scientists use sound to help care for marine mammals. 

This program is meant for ages 11-14. A second program for ages 8-10 is available on November 15 at 10 a.m. Register for that one here.

Mission Valley Library, Community Room, 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, CA 92108

Audience: Adults. Learn more and register here.

This special Dolphin Doctor workshop focuses on marine mammal medical research and technology. Topics include: dolphin & sea lion anatomy, physiology, and adaptations to the marine environment, the veterinary health exam process, conservation issues that affect wild marine mammals around the world, and the field of marine mammal bioacoustics. This event is for adults.

Location: Community Room – La Jolla/Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037

Audience: Grades 3-5. Learn more and register here.

Ever wonder if dolphins get sick? Curious about who can help? A dolphin doctor, that’s who! Learn about the people on the front lines of marine mammal medicine using the latest medical research, science and veterinary skills to care for dolphins (and other marine mammals) all over the world.

This upcoming STEM-based workshop presented by National Marine Mammal Foundation will spark curiosity and maybe even a newfound passion for marine science and conservation in the attendees. Participants will take part in interactive experiments, including a mock dolphin health assessment!

Location: Community Room – Pacific Highlands Ranch, 12911 Pacific Pl., San Diego, CA 92130

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Sign Up for Our Ocean-Based STEAM Educational Workshops

Are you passionate about marine life, science, and exploration? The NMMF invites K-12 students, educators, and curious minds to join our engaging in-person and virtual workshops.

What we offer: 

  • In-Person and Virtual Workshops: Whether you’re in San Diego, CA, Charleston, SC, or joining us virtually, we have workshops to suit your needs. 
  • STEAM Focus: Our workshops blend science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Delve into marine biology, marine mammal veterinary medicine, and environmental stewardship.
  • Affordability: Quality STEAM education should be accessible to all. NMMF offers workshops at no cost to those who need it. For those who can contribute, a minimal fee supports our mission and helps sustain these transformative experiences. By contributing, you’re not only enriching your own learning experience but also enabling us to offer more workshops to those who need it most.

Join us in celebrating marine science and conservation! Learn more and reserve your spot today!