Another very special area attraction is Birch Aquarium.

The Birch Aquarium has a number of exhibits and hands-on activities.

JCJ Architecture of San Diego was selected as the design architect and in 1992, the current $14 million Birch Aquarium at Scripps opened its doors.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps celebrated its 20th anniversary in September 2012 by introducing a new visual identity.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps is a world leader in seahorse propagation, reducing the need for other zoos and aquariums to collect from the wild.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps offers dozens of educational programs for all ages about the ocean, Earth and atmosphere.

The public explorations center of the institution is the Birch Aquarium at Scripps.

The Birch Aquarium at Scripps is a visitor facility with exhibits and educational programs on oceans.

The marine life of southern California is splendidly displayed in the Birch Aquarium at Scripps, which is spectacularly sited on the hilltop above La Jolla.

In addition to its academic and housing facilities, the campus features eucalyptus groves, the Birch Aquarium and museum, and several major research centers.