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Langley Whale Center, Langley, WA

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Langley Whale Center

Langley Whale Center is a museum in Langley, WA, part of the Seattle guide. Cost: free. Open Wednesday to Sunday; hours vary by season.

105 Anthes Ave · Langley, WA

Why you should go…

The Langley Whale Center is the public face of Orca Network, a nonprofit devoted to the orcas, gray whales, humpbacks and other marine mammals of the Salish Sea. Visitors browse real bone and pelt specimens including a harbor porpoise skeleton, check the latest sighting reports, pick up local whale-watching tips and browse a small gift shop and lending library. Volunteer docents run 30 to 45 minute guided tours for ages 9 and up. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm, with hours varying by season.

  • #whales
  • #orcas
  • #marine life
  • #whidbey island
  • #nonprofit

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