MBARI Open House
ShareA FREE event for the general public.
MBARI's Open House
will be held on July 21, 2012
Join us in celebrating MBARI's 25th Anniversary
The MBARI open house features science and technology exhibits, deep-sea videos, research presentations, robotic submarines, children's activities, ocean career information, and much more. MBARI staff, scientists, and engineers will share their excitement about the institute's work.
Visitors can view a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and some of our autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). MBARI's research vessels will also be on view at the dock with related displays. Visitors can learn about instrumentation developed by MBARI and view live data being sent from off-shore.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is MBARI located? MBARI is located in Moss Landing, halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey off Highway 1. The Moss Landing power plant is a visible landmark just inland of Moss Landing Harbor. From Highway 1, turn west (toward ocean) onto Moss Landing Road. Turn on Sandholdt Road and cross the bridge. MBARI is on the west side of the road. Directions
- Is parking available? Limited free public parking is available along the streets. Parking (for a fee) is also available at the nearby Moss Landing Harbor District.
- Are restrooms available? Yes, there are public restrooms.
- Are there picnic areas? Yes, there are several benches around MBARI that you can use to picnic with your family. MBARI also has access points to the beach.
- What food is available? There are several restaurants within walking distance to MBARI. Food and beverages will not be available at MBARI.
- Can I see the ships? MBARI research ships will be at the dock during the event and crew from the ships will be available to answer your questions.
- Can I board the ships? Due to Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Coast Guard regulations, the public will not be able to board the ships.
- When should I arrive? The Open House begins at 12:00 noon and ends at 5:00 p.m. Because much of the setup occurs in the morning prior to opening, we ask that people refrain from coming ahead of time. The exhibits and activities will be available at 12:00 noon.
- What presentations are planned for the Pacific Forum? The 2012 presentations will be listed when available. Below are the speakers in 2011.
| 12:00 | Secrets on the seafloor | Eve Lundsten, Research technician |
| 12:30 | Sensors around the globe | Ken Johnson, Senior scientist |
| 1:00 | Next generation ocean observatories | Chris Scholin, President and CEO |
| 1:30 | On the cutting edge: innovating technology | Doug Au, Engineering division director |
| 2:00 | Debris in the deep sea: the ocean is no place for trash! | Susan Von Thun, Senior research technician |
| 2:30 | Next generation ocean observatories (repeat) | Chris Scholin, President and CEO |
| 3:00 | Inspiring future ocean champions | George Matsumoto, Education & research specialist |
| 3:30 | Vicarious thrills: stories from ocean expeditions | Judith Connor, ITD division director |
| 4:00 | Persistence pays: following ocean phenomena | Francisco Chavez, Senior scientist |
| 4:30 | Inspiring future ocean champions | Linda Kuhnz, Senior research technician |
For more information or to receive an announcement for our next Open House send an email to: openhouse AT mbari DOT org.