The National Aquarium wants to hear visitors’ aquarium stories in the run-up to its 45th birthday celebration this August.
All aquarium guests, past and present, are invited to share photos, videos, and short, personal stories that capture moments they have experienced at The National Aquarium throughout its 45-year history. They want to hear visitors’ stories about how the aquarium is a place for them.
What kinds of moments have people had there? Moments of magic, wonder, connection, comfort, or love? Has anyone overcome a fear or phobia through an aquarium visit? Made it a place to go when they need a break? They want to know.
They are accepting submissions of true, original narratives of 100 words or fewer, along with one to three photos or a video to accompany them. During the August celebration, a selection of these stories and images will be published on The National Aquarium’s website and social channels.
Submissions will also be entered into a random drawing for four aquarium tickets. One winner will be selected each month in June, July, and August.
Submissions are being accepted now through July 15, 2026. Please fill out this form with your submission. If your submission includes a video, please email it to VisualProductions@aqua.org.
