The Experiential Design Index

Main Exhibit Hall Renovation — Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in San Pedro, California, reopened its main exhibit hall in spring 2026 after an $8 million, 18-month renovation marking the aquarium's 90th anniversary, adding a wayfinding entrance exhibit, Jelly Lab, and Collections Room; exhibit design was led by The Exhibits Dept. with interpretive planning by The Acorn Group and Split Rock Studios as design partner.

VenueCabrillo Marine Aquarium
Project typeMajor Renovation
StatusCompleted
Year completed2026

Credits

FirmRoleNote
The Exhibits Dept. Exhibit Design Exhibit design and concept visualization
the-acorn-group Interpretive Planning
Split Rock Studios Exhibit Design Design partner

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