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Built for Survival Show by Downtown Aquarium Houston - Houston

Built for Survival Show by Downtown Aquarium Houston

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

30–45 minutes

Fitness Level

No physical exertion required; suitable for all fitness levels including young children.

Overview

Downtown Aquarium Houston brings wildlife education directly to schools with its Built for Survival Show, a live-animal presentation focused on adaptations and habitats. This interactive outreach offers students a close encounter with nature’s resilience — right in their own classrooms.

Houston, Texas

"Built for Survival Show" Outreach Program • Not Tax Exempt

Grades K-8 • 30 Minutes • Starting at $300

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About This Adventure

Bring the wonders of wildlife to your school with Downtown Aquarium's Built for Survival outreach program! This engaging 30-minute presentation showcases five live Ambassador Animals, teaching students about adaptations, habitats, and conservation. With interactive Q&A sessions led by knowledgeable educators, this unique experience promises to inspire and educate young minds.

Bring the wildlife to your school or organization!

If your students love wildlife, they will love Downtown Aquarium's Built for Survival outreach program! This 30-minute auditorium–style presentation features five of our Ambassador Animals – animals who help us teach about wildlife, habitats, and conservation. Students will learn about animal adaptations, see those adaptions in action, and have a Q&A with our Educators. We bring the materials, knowledgeable experts, live animals, and all of the fun directly to you! Best suited for grades K-8.


Availability

  • 30-45 minutes per program session.
  • Offered Monday - Friday from 9:00AM – 4:00PM (based on staff availability). Weekends and evenings may be available based on staff availability. Please contact us to inquire about weekend or evening programs.
  • Eligible Locations: Locations within 45 miles of the Downtown Aquarium.
  • Maximum Students per Program Session: None (Based on your space.)
  • Limited to three programs total per day.
  • If booking multiple program sessions, there can be a maximum of 15 minutes between program start times.

Rates

  • $300 for the first program.
  • $180 (each) for second and third program. Additional programs must be booked for the same day at the same location.
  • Full payment for the program is due at the time of booking.
  • An online booking fee is added to the total.
  • If paying with a check, please contact us directly at (713) 315-5112 to book over the phone. Your reservation is not guaranteed without a confirmation email.

Travel Fees###

Please use the travel fee guide below to determine the travel fee for your program. This fee is not taxed. 0-15 miles from DTAQ: Travel Fee Waived 16-30 miles from DTAQ: $35.00 31-45 miles from DTAQ: $50.00


Policies

  • Outreaches are facilitated at schools, churches, daycares, libraries, and community centers only. We do not provide outreaches for private residences.
  • Can be presented in a gymnasium, library, classroom, auditorium, or other large space that accommodates your group size.
  • We prefer programs to be presented indoors. If your space is located outside, please have a backup indoor presentation area for the safety and well-being of our animals, who can be sensitive to temperature and weather.
  • For larger spaces, please provide a microphone or headset.
  • Cannot be presented in a classroom with other animals such as classroom pets.
  • We are unable to guarantee specific animals for your program, but we will do our best to accommodate requests.
  • Outreach program cancellations must be made at least one week in advance in order to receive a full refund. Cancellation must be requested in writing at AquariumHouston@Ldry.com
  • Cancellations made with less than one week's notice will receive a refund minus a $100 cancellation fee.
  • The Downtown Aquarium reserves the right to end any program early if participants do not follow program guidelines or are not being respectful to the staff or animals.

Adventure Tips

Indoor Presentation Preferred

Ensure your space has a backup indoor area to keep Ambassador Animals comfortable and safe during the program.

Microphone for Large Groups

Provide a microphone or headset when presenting in large rooms to ensure every student hears the educators clearly.

Schedule Within Travel Radius

Programs are available within 45 miles of Downtown Aquarium Houston; plan accordingly to avoid travel fees.

Respect Animal Guidelines

Encourage respectful behavior towards animals and educators to ensure the program runs the full 30 minutes smoothly.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • American alligator (local waterways)
  • Red-tailed hawk (urban raptor species)

History

Houston’s founding on the banks of Buffalo Bayou shaped a city balancing urban growth with green space preservation.

Conservation

Programs like the Built for Survival Show foster community awareness about biodiversity and encourage urban conservation efforts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Microphone or Headset

Essential

Ensures educators can be heard clearly in large or noisy venues.

Indoor Presentation Space

Essential

Provides a controlled environment for the safety and comfort of the animals.

Backup Indoor Space or Shelter

Essential

Protects animals from unexpected weather changes during outreach.

spring|summer|fall|winter specific

Adequate Seating or Floor Space

Essential

Allows students to comfortably view and engage with the presentation.