Touch. See. Explore.

We are temporarily operating with reduced hours. Reservations are required for admittance.

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We are temporarily operating with reduced hours. Reservations are required for admittance.

Hours of Operation: Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Guests are required to wear face masks and maintain appropriate social distances
No groups larger than five people are allowed, except for families living in the same household
The touch tank is viewing only
No hatchery tours are available at this time

Schedule a reservation:

Call
979-292-0100 ext. 221

Email
seacenter@tpwd.texas.gov

Or you can make a reservation at the door.

Admission

Admission is Free.
Donations are appreciated.

Hours

Temporary reduced hours
Tue – Sat: 10 AM to 3 PM

Location

302 Medical Drive
Lake Jackson, Texas 77566
979-292-0100
seacenter@tpwd.texas.gov

Volunteer

Sea Center Texas has one of the most versatile and active volunteer groups in the TPWD system. Please join us.

Donate

With your support, we can continue to educate the public about the natural resources of the Texas coast. Your donation is tax deductible.

Events

All Sea Center events

Visitor Center & Aquariums

Sea Center Texas is a marine aquarium, fish hatchery and education center. The facility includes a visitor center with aquaria and exhibits of Texas marine life.

Marine Fish Hatchery

Marine hatcheries produce juvenile red drum, spotted seatrout and southern flounder for stock enhancement. Hatchery tours are available by reservation.

Education & Outreach

Connect with the coast through one of Sea Center Texas’ many marine outreach and education programs, from summer camp and fishing to offsite outreach and online learning.

Marine Habitat Guide

Texas bays and Gulf waters are home to thousands of fish, shellfish, birds and other animals, all of which depend on the coast’s diverse habitats for food and shelter.

Posters and book available by mail order.

Download Order Form

Spotted Seatrout Poster

by Ben Kocian

Redfish Poster

by Ben Kocian

Saltwater Fishes of Texas Poster

by Texas Parks & Wildlife

Saltwater Fishes of Texas Book

by Texas Parks & Wildlife