We invite you to join us for the ceremonial groundbreaking of the marine center being built in partnership by
Feiro Marine Life Center and NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
3-4pm Outdoors next to Field Arts & Events Hall
4-6pm Indoors at Field Arts & Events Hall
201 W Front St, Port Angeles, WA
3:00 – Ceremonial groundbreaking
Explore the site’s layout and new exhibits
Featuring:
*Site blessing- Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
*Speaker- Mike Chapman, Washington State Senator 24th Legislative District
*Speaker- John Armor, Director-NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
~Photo opportunities~
Stay for a free community party to explore what’s coming in the new building!
4:00-6:00 – Community celebration
Meet Big Mama, a life-sized inflatable humpback whale
“Step aboard” current research from the Vessel Operations Coordinator of the R/V Storm Petrel
Try hands-on community science activities
Discover how to help local birds with Olympic Peninsula Audubon Society
Add your creativity to community art banners that will hang on the construction fencing
Listen to soothing sounds from the Port Angeles High School Orchestra
Enjoy lite bites from Nor’Wester Rotary and Welly’s Ice Cream!
Fun for all ages. Everyone welcome!
Please RSVP if you plan to attend
