The Whale Museum

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Enter a place that is a delightful combination of science and education!

There are two floors to explore at The Whale Museum. On the first floor, you will encounter our gift shop as well as our newest exhibit area. This area features an exhibit honoring Sooke (L-112) a young orca who passed in 2012. There is also an exhibit on the dangers of plastic in the marine environment, an overview of the Salish Sea, an overview on baleen whales, a recent sightings map, and three videos exploring the marine environment and the Story of Springer.

Upstairs you can explore the Gallery of Whales where you'll learn about the natural history of marine mammals, with a special focus on the orcas of J, K and L Pods living in the Salish Sea, the inland waters around the San Juan Islands.

You'll find a fascinating collection of exhibits, artwork, models, and artifacts, including real whale skeletons and a family tree of the endangered Southern Resident orcas.

Learn more about our hours of operation and admission rates.

Exploration Guide

Don't have time for a guided tour? Our Exploration Guide to The Whale Museum's Exhibit Hall will help you navigate the many facets of our museum.