The Oceanographic Institute was created by Prince Albert Iera humanist and visionary prince, who in 1906 created a public utility foundation dedicated to the Ocean. Since then, she has is working to to make it better understood, to make people perceive the challenges we face, cultivate a sense of wonder about marine lifeto stimulate creativity and initiative, and to prepare for the future. the future. Today, theToday, we need as many people as possible to continue our centennial mission!

Because the health of the ocean, nature, humans and animals is interdependent, it is becoming urgent to make the right choices to reverse the devastating processes and ensure a more sustainable future. In the current ordeal, we feel more than ever the importance of our mission, the need to create a link between us all to mobilise the community around the Ocean.

The current crisis, which has forced the closure of the Oceanographic Museum in Monaco and the Maison des Océans in Paris, has severely affected our revenues, 70% of which depend on ticketing and event rentals, activities that have been suspended for over 60 days.