MARINE DISCOVERY CENTER Email Format
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosFlorida, United States11-50 Employees
The Marine Discovery Center is a regional educational organization focused on protecting coastal ecosystems through education, conservation, and exploration. It offers experiences and expertise in coastal ecology designed to engage the community, support well-being, and foster conservation of natural resources. Based in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, it operates as a small to mid-sized institution in the Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos sector. The center serves local residents and visitors seeking environmental education and hands-on experiences, and it collaborates with academic and civic partners on shoreline stabilization and restoration projects, including work with the University of Central Florida. A recent development is the launch of an interpretive trail intended to engage over 40,000 people annually and connect local restoration to broader climate solutions. The organization has received national recognition for its boat tours, placing seventh in USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards in 2024.