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Rare beauty.
Incredible diversity.
Perfect symmetry.

Rare beauty.
Incredible diversity.
Perfect symmetry.

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Sea Urchin

Science Centre
& Gallery
Nestled in the spectacular Lower Blue Mountains village of Kurrajong, on the outskirts of Sydney, The Sea Urchin Science Centre and Gallery is a truly unique scientific and creative learning experience. Led by Australia’s pre-eminent sea urchin taxonomist, our interactive guided tours will allow you to experience the incredible beauty, science and aesthetics of these awe-inspiring marine invertebrates. For anyone who has ever wondered about the amazing colours, shapes, sculptural patterns and hidden lives of these animals, you will love every second spent at our gallery!  
Goniocidaris Clypeata
Goniocidaris Clypeata
Goniocidaris Peltata
Goniocidaris Peltata
Paraster Species
Paraster Species

“A truly remarkable experience.”

Take a personally guided tour & tap into a wealth of knowledge from a world-renowned sea urchin expert



Led by Ashley Miskelly, a leading world sea urchin taxonomist, we offer a range of comprehensive tours to suit all visitors. Take the time to discover the fascinating lives and rich biodiversity of sea urchins.

With 21 specially designed theme cabinets and an 8 metre long “Worldwide Sea Urchin Biodiversity” gallery, you will learn how sea urchins live, what composes their colour and structure, who their predators are and what makes them one of the most interesting group of marine invertebrates.

Our captivating presentations will take you deep into the mysterious world of sea urchins and leave you awestruck.

What our visitors say

“A day I will never forget. It was fascinating to learn about the specimens collected from all over the world, displayed with all the skill and beauty of an artist’s hand. A one-of-a-kind experience.”
Angie McIntosh
'The displays are not just expertly curated, they are compelling, scientific and artful. This is not just a ripping experience for those that are fascinated by natural history - this is for everyone.
Ian Mattiske
“A day I will never forget. It was fascinating to learn about the specimens collected from all over the world, displayed with all the skill and beauty of an artist’s hand. A one-of-a-kind experience.”
Angie McIntosh
“The displays are not just expertly curated, they are compelling, scientific and artful. This is not just a ripping experience for those interested in nature or science or those that are fascinated by natural history - this is for everyone.”
Ian Mattiske

What our visitors say

“A day I will never forget. It was fascinating to learn about the specimens collected from all over the world, displayed with all the skill and beauty of an artist’s hand. A one-of-a-kind experience.”
Angie McIntosh
'The displays are not just expertly curated, they are compelling, scientific and artful. This is not just a ripping experience for those that are fascinated by natural history - this is for everyone.
Ian Mattiske
“A day I will never forget. It was fascinating to learn about the specimens collected from all over the world, displayed with all the skill and beauty of an artist’s hand. A one-of-a-kind experience.”
Angie McIntosh
“The displays are not just expertly curated, they are compelling, scientific and artful. This is not just a ripping experience for those interested in nature or science, or those that collect anything - this is for everyone.”
Ian Mattiske

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The Sea Urchin Science Centre and Gallery is located in beautiful Kurrajong, 75 kilometres north-west of Sydney, to the west of the Hawkesbury River and on the lower slopes of the Blue Mountains.
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The Sea Urchin Science Centre and Gallery is located in beautiful Kurrajong, 75 kilometres north-west of Sydney, to the west of the Hawkesbury River and on the lower slopes of the Blue Mountains.
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Copyright 2021 Sea Urchin Science Centre& Gallery. All Rights Reserved. Web Design by Spark Interact.

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