Items that relate to events and news at Nauticus http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php On Saturday, March 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nauticus will honor employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)... http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/nauticus-host-noaa-day 25 Feb 2010 In celebration of Black History Month, Dr. Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander, Department Chair and Associate Professor of History at Norfolk State University, will will speak http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/nauticus-celebrate-black-history-month-free-piracy-lecture 5 Feb 2010 In conjunction with the National Geographic’s Real Pirates exhibit at Nauticus, visitors can now enter to win $100,000 in real treasure! http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/nauticus-offers-chance-win-100000-treasure 19 Jan 2010 Hampton Roads Naval Museum Historian, Gordon Calhoun, will give a lecture on "Fighting Terror on the High Seas"... http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/hampton-roads-naval-museum-historian-give-piracy-lecture-nauticus 19 Jan 2010 View an original sleeping station with graffiti-inscribed canvases... http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/marking-time-voyage-vietnam-nauticus 19 Jan 2010 Thanks to grant funds from The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation... http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/nauticus-host-free-professional-development-workshop-teachers-0 19 Jan 2010 Throughout December, Nauticus invites the public to explore a recreation of La Amistad... http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/nauticus-hosts-freedom-schooner-iamistadi 19 Jan 2010 Looking for some fun after work? Don't have time to go to a museum during the day? http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/nauticus-launch-pirates-after-5 19 Jan 2010 Tickets are now available for an upcoming blockbuster exhibit at Nauticus, Real Pirates... http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/tickets-now-sale-real-pirates-nauticus 19 Jan 2010 As a companion exhibit to Real Pirates... http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/piracy-today-modern-terror-high-seas-open-nauticus 19 Jan 2010 The classical age of piracy comes to life in Norfolk when Nauticus welcomes Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship on Saturday, November 21, 2009. http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/real-pirates-untold-story-whydah-slave-ship-pirate-ship-open-nauticus 19 Jan 2010 Nauticus will offer spooky fun for both adults and children this fall with the return of a popular after hours walkng tour... http://www.nauticus.org/about-us/fall-fun-nauticus 02 Oct 2009 Nauticus will officially open a new Virginia Rivers Gallery at an exhibit dedication on Wednesday, October 7, at 12 noon... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1254514346&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 02 Oct 2009 Arrr You Ready? On Saturday, September 19, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nauticus will celebrate International Talk Like A Pirate Day with fun for all ages. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1252093766&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 04 Sep 2009 On Saturday, September 26, 2009, Nauticus will participate in Smithsonian Magazine's 5th Annual Museum Day by offering free admission to Smithsonian magazine readers and Smithsonian.com visitors with a Museum Day Admission Card. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1251129034&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Aug 2009 As part of a new distance learning initiative, Nauticus will host three travelling exhibits from Mote Marine Lab in Sarasota, Florida beginning August 22. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1251128551&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Aug 2009 Norfolk’s Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center has gotten a solid thumbs-up from the world’s second-largest cruise line, Royal Caribbean International. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1245245488&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 17 Jun 2009 New exhibit explores the world of very tiny things. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1244816079&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 12 Jun 2009 Thanks to a $35,000 grant from the Beazley Foundation, three groups of handpicked Portsmouth Public School 10th graders will get to discover life as a marine biologist this summer at Nauticus. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1243535828&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 28 May 2009 Nauticus, downtown Norfolk's premier waterfront attraction, is accepting applications for the 2009 Youth Volunteer Program. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1243535792&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 28 May 2009 Nauticus will be the host to the Elite Fleet of Virginia Beach, a radio-controlled model boat club... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1243535406&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 28 May 2009 Nauticus will celebrate 15 years of "exploring the power of the sea" with an entire day of activities... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1243535252&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 28 May 2009 More than 300 Norfolk Public School students who have turned their academic careers around during the 2008-2009 school year will get a free field trip to Nauticus ... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1242914534&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 21 May 2009 The City of Norfolk, U.S. Navy, USS Wisconsin Association, Nauticus and the Hampton Roads Naval Museum will commemorate Memorial Day with a service onboard USS Wisconsin... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1242914486&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 21 May 2009 Governor Timothy M. Kaine will be the speaker for the Blue Planet Forum: Exploring the Bay and Beyond environmental lecture series... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1242914448&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 21 May 2009 Nauticus will take part in Physicians for Peace (PFP) and AT Home Care, Inc.'s 7th Annual Limb Drive ... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1242914412&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 21 May 2009 In conjunction with Nauticus' newest exhibit, Dream to Dive: The Life of Navy Master Diver Carl Brashear, Brashear's oldest son DaWayne will present "Reflections....the Early Years"... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1242914376&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 21 May 2009 Underwater robots built by 13 high school teams from Virginia, North Carolina, Delaware and Maryland will be put to the test... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1242914298&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 21 May 2009 Nauticus will host a fun day on the greens at the 10th Annual Battleship Wisconsin Golf Outing, sponsored by BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1242914266&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 21 May 2009 Starting in June, Nauticus' Volunteer division will begin a new internship program. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1236700686&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 10 Mar 2009 Nauticus brings to life the story of Carl "Maxie" Brashear, the U.S. Navy's first African-American Master Diver, with a new exhibit... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1236700562&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 10 Mar 2009 NOAA National Hurricane Center Director Bill Read will speak on "The People Problem: The Impact of Hurricanes in Hampton Roads and the Nation" on Tuesday, March 31. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1236700522&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 10 Mar 2009 Nauticus will host a presentation by Chris Johnson, a former U.S. Navy Deep Sea Diver and Salvage Officer, on Saturday, March 14 at 2 p.m. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1236700470&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 10 Mar 2009 Thanks to funds from NOAA's Ocean Exploration Program, area 9th and 10th grade Earth Science and Biology teachers can participate in a free professional development workshop at Nauticus on Saturday, January 31. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1229543984&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 17 Dec 2008 Kids can see their artwork become part of an exhibit this holiday season as part of a new Snowglobe on a Sphere Design Contest at Nauticus! http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1229024437&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 11 Dec 2008 Come down to Nauticus November 28 and 29 for some Marvel Super Hero fun along with cool science experiments, make-n-takes and more! http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1226347978&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 10 Nov 2008 Nauticus will celebrate America Recycles Day on November 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1225981966&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 06 Nov 2008 Nauticus has hired Tim Scott to serve as Director of Exhibits. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1225207937&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 28 Oct 2008 The redesigned exhibit features a 2,000-gallon pool containing adult horseshoe crabs, spider crabs, sea stars, whelks and small fish species that make their home in the near-shore aquatic environments of our region. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1225207681&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 28 Oct 2008 Homeschoolers can become junior scientists at a new club created especially for them at Nauticus. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1224076956&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 15 Oct 2008 The Institute of Museum & Library Services (IMLS) has awarded Nauticus $59,478 to help fund a new technology-based exhibit and public program initiative. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1219262891&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 20 Aug 2008 Homeschoolers are invited to come out for a joint education experience featuring Nauticus and the Spirit of Norfolk on Tuesday, September 9. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1219262484&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 20 Aug 2008 Nauticus will host its Annual Gala on Friday, September 26, 2008, from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1219262043&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 20 Aug 2008 August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 will be an Ice Cream Sunday at Nauticus http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1216991217&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 20 Aug 2008 The Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation (CICF) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) BWET Foundation have renewed funding to Nauticus... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1216991154&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 20 Aug 2008 Nauticus will open a new exhibit, 1958 – 2008: Fifty Years Exploring Innerspace, in its Changing Gallery on Tuesday, July 15. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1215629981&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 9 Jul 2008 NOAA Administrator Vice Admiral Conrad C. Lautenbacher, Jr., U.S. Navy (Ret.) will speak on "Climate Change and the Chesapeake Bay" on Thursday, July 31 at Nauticus. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1215105178&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 3 Jul 2008 Do you enjoy working with people? Then Nauticus needs you! http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1209041973&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 A successful partnership between the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Nauticus will be recognized next month by the Virginia Math and Science Coalition. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1208452781&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 James Woolsley, former Director of Central Intelligence, will provide insight into "Energy, Security and the Long War of the 21st Century" at the inaugural Blue Planet Forum: Exploring the Bay and Beyond lecture series on Monday, May 12, 2008, at Nauticus. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1208452206&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus will host another fun day on the greens with the 9th Annual Battleship Wisconsin Golf Outing on April 25, 2008. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1206032479&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Norfolk's cruise program was recognized this month with the prestigious 2008 Editor-in-Chief Award http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1204235007&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Want to make a difference on the largest artifact in Norfolk? Nauticus is looking for new volunteers... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1201787691&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus visitors will be able to go behind the scenes of Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs) http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1201787331&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 In partnership with Norfolk Public Schools and Lockheed Martin Corporation, Nauticus has begun a new "Science Blast" afterschool program... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1194236854&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Was a merchant from Norfolk the real Jack the Ripper? http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1193234150&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Need a safe place to take the kids when school is out, but you have to work? Nauticus has the answer to your situation—SNOWA Camp! http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1193232693&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Looking for a way to provide the kids with a delightfully ghoulish Halloween experience? http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1192197069&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus has recently hired Rolf Johnson as director of education & exhibits and Colby Peck as group sales manager. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1189102184&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Need a safe place to take the kids when school is out, but you have to work... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1188918378&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1188587905&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Throughout September 2007, Nauticus will offer a special $7admission fee to visitors aged 55 and older... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1189015582&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 On display September 19 & 20 in the Nauticus front court adjacent to Town Point Park. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1188586396&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 After a successful re-creation of Jamestown explorer John Smith's 1607 journey up the Chesapeake Bay... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1187987130&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus will host its Annual "Treasures of the Sea" Gala on Saturday, September 15, 2007... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1187964787&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus will host a Back to School Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, September 8... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1187897334&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus has been officially designated as a NOAA Ocean Exploration Alliance partner for the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 school years. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1187365336&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Take a tour of Virginia's only cruise terminal and hottest new event venue, the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center! http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1187365111&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 An underwater glider--representing the latest cutting-edge technology in oceanography research--will be on display at Nauticus... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1187364878&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 On Wednesday, August 8, at 11 a.m., Nauticus will host the commissioning of the Lisa Moran... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1185928198&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus' newly created OceanQuest Camp for high achieving students will offer students hands-on experience in a marine science laboratory... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1185369350&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus Teacher Susie Hill of Suffolk, Va., to Get Hands-on Research Experience Aboard NOAA Ship http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1184571252&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 During the weeks of July 22 and 29, two groups of lucky 10th graders will experience a week of non-stop... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1184305896&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus is pleased to announce that Jerry A. Bridges has joined its board of directors. The Nauticus board oversees... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1183650280&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Thanks to the generosity of NOAA and the Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation (CICF)... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1182818692&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 On Friday, June 29, Nauticus will debut Gateway to the World, a new, digital, high-definition film that celebrates... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1181788871&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 In observation of National Maritime Day, John Vickerman will be the keynote speaker at a National Maritime Day luncheon... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1178633491&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Spectacular state-of-the-art cruise facility at Nauticus to open in conjunction with Community Open House http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1175703214&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Gov. Timothy M. Kaine will launch the John Smith Shallop... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1175193420&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Spectacular state-of-the-art cruise facility adjacent to Nauticus to open April 7 in conjunction with Community Open House. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1174081240&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus is pleased to announce the following appointments to its board of directors: http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1172861813&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Sixteen interactive exhibits, a walk-through maze, cultural and historical maps, as well as video footage... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1169745456&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Children will learn that science is involved with everything around them while they perform cool experiments and create make-n-takes during Camp Nauticus' Winter Camps. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1162573494&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus recently welcomed its first-born Brown Banded Bamboo Shark. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1150899207&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Shelia S. Harrison, director of marketing and public relations for Nauticus, The National Maritime Center, was recently selected to serve on the advisory board for the Department of Journalism and Mass Communications at Norfolk State University (NSU). http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1149611598&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus' website, www.nauticus.org, designed by Nauticus' webmaster Eryn Welch, has received The American Association of Webmasters "Gold Award" for excellence in design and content. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1149611212&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus volunteers Aimee and Rachel Dunn recently received The President's Volunteer Service Award for their consistent service and dedication to Nauticus... http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1148570784&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Teachers and students in the Norfolk and Chesapeake Public Schools will be able to learn more about the Chesapeake Bay watershed as a result of a $158,000 grant recently awarded to Nauticus by the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Education and Training Program (BWET). http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1146588026&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 The world's second-largest cruise line, Royal Caribbean International, will call Nauticus home beginning in April 2007. Royal Caribbean's 692-foot-long Empress of the Seas will sail regularly to Bermuda throughout the spring and summer. Currently, the vessel is also scheduled to be the first to utilize Norfolk's 80,000-square-foot Cruise & Celebration Center. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1144819288&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 The director of NOAA's Tropical Prediction Center, National Hurricane Center, Max Mayfield, will speak at Nauticus on Thursday, March 2, at 7 p.m. Mayfield's remarks will be presented in conjunction with the opening of Treasures of NOAA's Ark, a new exhibit opening March 4 http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1140849915&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 After months of planning, Nauticus has announced its new Board of Directors. This new board will oversee all governance, policy formation, fiscal management, strategic planning and fundraising for the campus on the downtown Norfolk waterfront, which includes Nauticus, the USS Wisconsin, and the cruise terminal. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1139034945&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus has received two awards from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Funds will be used to develop educational programs and exhibits. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1134433037&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 The Family Attractions Network (FAN), a new regional partnership of several of Hampton Roads' non-profit attractions, has been created to encourage co-operative marketing and positioning in the travel and tourism market locally, regionally, and nationally. The group is comprised of 17 partners representing 29 municipal-owned or mission-oriented, non-profit attractions located in all seven major cities in Hampton Roads. In addition, the Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, and Suffolk Convention and Visitor Bureaus are a part of this collaborative effort. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1132761972&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Boaters in Downtown Norfolk will soon have their choice of 16 new boat slips as well as bathroom facilities/utilities thanks to a $228,540 Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) recently received by Nauticus. This is the first-time that Nauticus has applied for and received the highly competitive grant. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1132313126&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Are you a parent who needs a safe place to take the kids when school is out, but you have to work? Then look no more. Nauticus has the answer to your situation, SNOWA Camp. Registration now open for new program that will provide education-based care for kids. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1128043302&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Enjoy a fun, educational and interactive hour with your child during Nauticus' education program, "Preschool Science Adventures", offered at 3 p.m. on selected Saturdays. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1127148106&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Then check out the Banana Pier Gift Shop at Nauticus! Here you'll find the most unique nautical collection of model sailing ships; nautical home decor dishes, plates, salt and pepper shakers; military themed items; mermaid dolls, and a variety of science and educational toys for all ages. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1126674171&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Whether you like getting your hands wet, greeting visitors from around the world, or the excitement of special events, Nauticus has a volunteer opportunity for you! http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1126673698&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus was awarded a $5,000 grant from the Commonwealth of Virginia as part of the Virginia Environmental Endowment program. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1126048420&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus receives an environmental education certificate from the Hampton Roads Alliance for Environmental Education. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1126047676&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 More than 300 Norfolk Public School students who have turned their academic careers around during the 2004-2005 school year will get a free field trip to Nauticus, compliments of Norfolk attorney and former State Board of Education member, Peter G. Decker, Jr. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1126025771&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim will join science students and officials from NOAA and Nauticus to unveil a new permanent exhibit that will showcase in 3-D how the Earth's oceans and atmospheric patterns work together as one interconnected environmental system. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1126025277&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus has been selected by Southern Living Magazine as one of its "205 Favorite Spots" in the South. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1126022060&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008 Nauticus was recently awarded the 2005 Sea World/Busch Gardens/FujiFilm Environmental Excellence Award and a $10,000 grant for its Junior Scientist Club program. http://www.nauticus.org/news/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1126021584&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& 24 Apr 2008