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The Missouri Aquarium Society Inc, (MASI) is a nonprofit hobbyist organization focused on aquariums and aquaculture. We welcome anyone with an interest in aquatic life to come to our meetings or events as our guest. We would love to meet you. Our members include beginners and experts, children and adults, casual hobbyists and professional aquascapers, and all are welcome here!

the Missouri Aquarium Society

Membership in MASI helps us bring expert speakers for our speaker series and streamed YouTube programming, funds Darter Magazine, one of the best aquarium magazines in the nation, and supports our efforts in the community and to support aquatic conservation around the world.

Coming up Next from MASI

Next General Meeting

JUL 16 - Gobies

W/ Dr. Sam Fernald

Suitable Freshwater Gobies for our Aquariums with Dr. Samuel Fernald of Hillstream Kingdom

Bowl Show

a pond surrounded by trees in the middle of a forest
a pond surrounded by trees in the middle of a forest

Coolest Pond

Send us a video of your coolest tub pond, or regular pond for a chance to win a prize.
Mail to: bowlshow@missouriaquariumsociety.com

Next Special Event

Fall Auction

Our Auctions are Held at Jost Chemical!
Located at 8150 Lackland Rd.

Small fish in plastic bags for sale
Small fish in plastic bags for sale

Nov 7, 2026

All MASI Events Hosted @ Jost Chemical Company

Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday, staring @ 7:30

  • Entry is Free!
  • All Ages Welcome!
  • Open for viewing at 10:00 A.M.

  • Auctions starts at 11:00 A.M. and go until 2:00
  • Refreshments will be sold!

Contact Us Today

Reach out to Missouri Aquarium Society for inquiries about aquariums, fish, and our conservation efforts. We look forward to connecting with you!

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