Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series
Join us for a captivating evening as part of Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series, an inspiring program designed to spotlight marine science, conservation, and the ongoing mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and release at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. This series features distinguished voices in marine research and ocean advocacy, offering guests a unique opportunity to connect with leaders shaping the future of our oceans.
Upcoming Talks:
An Evening With Dr. Sylvia Earle
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Clearwater Marine Aquarium | Dolphin Tale Theater
Our upcoming speaker is none other than Dr. Sylvia Earle, National Geographic’s Explorer at Large. With more than six decades of groundbreaking exploration, Dr. Earle has led over 100 expeditions, authored more than 240 publications, and spent thousands of hours beneath the surface advocating for our blue planet. She is the founder of Mission Blue, a National Geographic Society Explorer in Residence, and former Chief Scientist of NOAA. Dr. Earle’s work has earned her Time Magazine’s title of “Hero for the Planet”, a Library of Congress Living Legend designation, and the TED Prize, among many other global honors.
This exclusive event will take place in CMA’s Dolphin Tale Theater on the fourth floor, where guests will also enjoy access to our ArtSEA Conservation exhibit space before and after the presentation.
Included With Your Ticket:
- Presentation by Dr. Sylvia Earle beginning at 7:00 pm.
- Access to the Aquarium’s 4th floor exhibit area.
Experience an unforgettable evening with one of the world’s most revered ocean explorers and deepen your connection to marine life and conservation.
- 7:00 pm
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Speaker Session With Dr. Sylvia Earle
4th Level Dolphin Tale Theater
Tickets
- General Admission
- $45
- Students (Ages 8+)
- $20
- Government Employees
- $20
- Members
- 10% OFF
Limited ticket availability. Advanced reservations are highly encouraged.
Ticket pricing is subject to change.
Topics & Speakers
An Evening With Dr. Sylvia Earle
Dr. Sylvia Earle
National Geographic’s Explorer at Large
National Geographic Society Explorer in Residence Dr. Sylvia A. Earle, called Her Deepness by the New Yorker and the New York Times, Living Legend by the Library of Congress, and first Hero for the Planet by Time Magazine, is an oceanographer, explorer, author and lecturer with experience as a field research scientist, government official, and director for corporate and non-profit organizations including the Kerr McGee Corporation, Dresser Industries, Oryx Energy, the Aspen Institute, the Conservation Fund, American Rivers, Mote Marine Laboratory, Duke University Marine Laboratory, Rutgers Institute for Marine Science, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, and Ocean Futures.
Formerly Chief Scientist of NOAA, Dr. Earle is the Founder of Deep Ocean Exploration and Research, Inc. (DOER), Founder of the Sylvia Earle Alliance (S.E.A.) / Mission Blue, Chair of the Advisory Council of the Harte Research Institute, inspiration for the ocean in Google Earth, leader of the NGS Sustainable Seas Expeditions, and the subject of the 2014 Netflix film, Mission Blue. She has a B.S. degree from Florida State University, M.S. and PhD. from Duke University, 27 honorary degrees and has authored more than 200 scientific, technical and popular publications including 13 books (most recently Blue Hope in 2014), lectured in more than 90 countries, and appeared in hundreds of radio and television productions.
She has led more than 100 expeditions and logged more than 7,000 hours underwater including leading the first team of women aquanauts during the Tektite Project in 1970, participating in ten saturation dives, most recently in July 2012, and setting a record for solo diving in 1,000 meters depth. Her research concerns marine ecosystems with special reference to exploration, conservation and the development and use of new technologies for access and effective operations in the deep sea and other remote environments.
Explore our ArtSEA Conservation exhibit!
Access our newly reimagined 4th level, featuring our ArtSea Conservation exhibit during the evening.
Net proceeds from this event benefit Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s ongoing mission to rescue, rehab, and release more marine life.
Please Note:
- In order to purchase or consume an alcoholic beverage, guests must be 21 or older. Additionally, you will be required to present valid identification to verify your age.
- All prices and event details subject to change. Refunds are not available for special events. Late arrivals, cancellations, and no shows will not be refunded or rescheduled.
Dress attire is casual.
Please note that while we encourage a relaxed and comfortable dress code for this event, we kindly request that guests refrain from wearing bathing suits or any overly revealing clothing. We ask that appropriate clothing be worn to cover the torso and be suitable for public spaces. This may include items such as t-shirts, blouses, shorts, jeans, skirts, and dresses. Shoes or sandals are also required.
We reserve the right to refuse entry or ask guests to leave if their attire does not comply with our dress code policy. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to a fun and enjoyable event for all.