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Learn and Explore at SUBMERGE Marine Science Festival May 15 & 16

Come celebrate all things marine science during two fun-filled days at this annual event!

SUBMERGE is an annual shell-ebration that brings marine science to life. This year on Friday May 15 and Saturday May 16 dozens of local experts will be joining us to share more about NYC’s fascinating coastal waters and wildlife. This interactive science festival invites the public to explore water topics through awesome experiments, science shows and more!

Read on to learn more about each day of this year’s event with special opportunities for members of the public and NYC students to participate.

Friday, May 15

A student smiles while speaking with an HRPK River Project staffer at a SUBMERGE Marine Science Festival tent
During this special day of SUBMERGE, teachers can book a field trip to attend the festival. SUBMERGE field trips are free to book, with priority access given to Title I schools.

Use the form below to request a field trip. Please note that space is limited and form completion does not guarantee a time slot.

Request a Field Trip

Friday Info

Saturday, May 16

A child looks into an aquarium tank with seaweed and aquatic life inside. A Brooklyn Bridge Park staffer teaches the child about what is inside the tank while a parent looks on.
There’s something fun for all ages during the free public festival on Saturday, May 16! Join us as we celebrate NYC’s local waterways at SUBMERGE during this extraordinary event featuring River wildlife and hands-on science activities!

Saturday Info

 

If you have any additional questions, please contact our River Project team at [email protected].