The multifaceted Newport attraction is now open Thursday through Monday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
When you visit Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium, you embark on a journey through the fascinating and diverse habitats of Narragansett Bay–home to a unique group of animals and plants that have evolved to survive perfectly under a specific set of conditions. Each habitat faces challenges that we can all help address by working to protect and improve Narragansett Bay.
This one-of-a-kind, 7,500-square-foot destination allows guests to come face-to-face with the critters and species that live beneath our Narragansett Bay waters while also helping visitors build personal connections to the issues that challenge the health of this beautiful natural resource. Interactive exhibits and informative displays highlight the Bay’s ecosystem, with guidance on how we can all contribute to its preservation.
The Aquarium is just steps from Newport’s central transportation hub and bus station. So whether you’re arriving by ferry in the summer, taking a bus in, walking through, or driving down, you’ll have access to one of Rhode Island’s premier attractions. Each visit offers something new, whether through seasonal exhibits, special programs, or featured species that highlight different aspects of the Bay’s diversity.