The Aquarium of Guam exists to share and celebrate the aquatic habitats and wildlife of the island, while creating a place where residents and visitors can learn, explore and enjoy the living wonders of Guam’s waters.
Our values guide how we care for animals, design our experiences, and connect with people — shaping the aquarium as both a place of discovery and a place of enjoyment.
Guam’s waters are part of a single, interconnected system.
From freshwater flowing through the uplands, to mangroves, seagrass meadows and coral reefs, each environment plays a vital role. We help people understand these connections and the relationships that sustain life across the island.
We care for and present marine life with respect, responsibility and professionalism.
Through close, thoughtful encounters, we aim to build understanding and appreciation of the diversity and beauty of the animals that depend on Guam’s waters.
We approach our work with curiosity, care and evidence-based thinking.
Through interpretation, education and collaboration, we aim to reflect the best available understanding of aquatic environments and share this knowledge in ways that are clear and accessible.
Guam’s waters are deeply connected to its people.
We recognise and respect the cultural significance of the island’s marine environments, and aim to reflect this connection in how we present and interpret the natural world.
By bringing people closer to Guam’s living waters, we encourage awareness, responsibility and care.
We support conservation through education, partnerships and by inspiring visitors to value and protect the ecosystems that sustain life on and around the island.
A visit to the aquarium should be engaging, welcoming and memorable.
We create experiences where families, residents and visitors can spend time together, discover something new, and leave with a sense of wonder, enjoyment and connection.
