DISCOVER AMAZING.
The Marine Discovery Center has spent over 20 years informing and educating citizens and guests about the amazing biodiversity of the Indian River Lagoon.
Tagged as the most biologically diverse estuary in North America, the Indian River Lagoon boasts more than 4,000 species and spans 156 miles down Florida’s east coast — providing countless ways to engage the public. Programs at MDC for all ages are designed to offer hands-on, feet-wet learning opportunities through classes, camps, lectures, boat and kayak eco-tours with certified naturalists and teachers.
We invite you to learn more about all we have to offer.
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Marine Discovery Center News & Announcements
January Volunteer Spotlight: Chris Nelson
Sometimes Chris Nelson looks as if he is auditioning for the Discovery Channel’s “Dirty Jobs” show when he volunteers at the Marine Discovery Center. If you see Nelson at work, chances are good he’s covered in mud from shoreline restoration, soaking wet from sweat...
Plants of Canaveral Is Topic of MDC February Lecture
Plants of Canaveral 20 February, 2020 When: Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. Where: Marine Discovery Center, 520 Barracuda Blvd, NSB, 32169 Cost: FREE The lecture is open to the public at no charge and no reservations are required. “Plants of Canaveral...
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"To protect and restore the Florida coastal and Indian River Lagoon ecosystems
through education, research and community stewardship."