North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke IslandPosts

We are excited to share Beneath the Surface: The Campaign for the NC Aquariums, a bold initiative to transform the way people of all ages experience, learn about, and engage with aquatic life!
YOUR SUPPORT IS POWERING THESE KEY PROJECTS 🐟🦀🐠
In Manteo, this means we are upgrading our touch habitats! Your gift to the Campaign for the NC Aquariums will be invested in exciting new exhibits, expanded experiential education programs, and increased capacity to protect and care for wildlife.Together, we can share the spark of wonder that happens every time someone comes face-to-fin with our aquatic environments. Please join us and make waves. 🌊

🎅 Order from our online Gift Shop or purchase a Gift Membership by December 15 to ensure your gift arrives in time for the holiday. From unique coastal treasures to a full year of aquatic adventure, there’s something for everyone on your list.
Looking to make a year-end impact? Donations made by December 31 help support the NC Aquariums and the conservation work you care about.
🐟 Give a gift that gives back. Support the NC Aquariums and share the wonders of the sea!

We have tips to make the holidays greener! ♻️🍭🎁 Environmental impacts of the holiday season can be avoided with these eco-friendly tips! 👇

🍽️ Use reusable plates and cutlery for gatherings and avoid single-use disposables
📰 Avoid wrapping paper or choose reusable options instead such as recyclable paper, newspaper, or fabric
🎢 Gift experiences instead of material gifts
🎁 Purchase locally or thrift rather than ordering and shipping
🥔 Compost food scraps
🎨 Make homemade gifts
🍿 Make homemade decorations or use natural resources for decorations such as dehydrated orange slices or popcorn garland
📬 Send e-cards instead of physical cards
🚫 Avoid using balloons
✨ Avoid using non-biodegradable glitter
💡 Use smart plugs or timers on lights to save energy
🌲 Rent a Christmas tree and/or donate a tree
🍬 Choose candy made with sustainable palm oil
🍪 Give baked goods in reusable tin or glass
🚙 Carpool to see local neighborhood lights
🪩 For ugly sweater parties, thrift or swap ugly sweaters with friends
🗑️ Pick up trash while out on post-dinner walk or host an environmental clean-up with friends