Capital Expansion
In 2018 Florida Oceanographic Society announced plans for an exciting expansion to the Coastal Center. The components of our Capital Expansion have allowed us to engage our community in ways that we were unable to do before. The Ocean EcoCenter opened July 16th, 2021, and supports our continued…
Careers & Employment
Career & Employment Opportunities
Having a career with Florida Oceanographic Society is more than just a job. It is about having a passion for the environment and our mission to, "inspire environmental stewardship of Florida's coastal ecosystems."
If you feel strongly about our mission and…
Causeway Cleanup - FULL
Come join us as we put our stewardship into action by cleaning up the East End of the Stuart Causeway.
CBS12: Record breaking number of manatees die in 2021
Hundreds of manatees have died in the last few months in Florida.
Changing Seas
We were honored to take part in the South Florida PBS series Changing Seas to help shine a light on the plight of our manatees and the seagrass beds they, and other marine species, rely on for food and habitat.
Citizen Science Seagrass Network Training Workshop
Learn about our new Citizen Science Seagrass Network volunteer program!
Citizen Science Seagrass Network Training Workshop
Learn about our new Citizen Science Seagrass Network volunteer program!
Citizen Science Seagrass Network Training Workshop
Learn about our new Citizen Science Seagrass Network volunteer program!
Citizen scientist teens identify fish during Stuart summer camp
Kids identify fish while snorkeling during Florida Oceanographic Society's Teen Immersion Experiences Camp at DuBois Park on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, in Jupiter.
Clam Restoration (FULL)
Similar to oysters, clams filter out harmful algae, nitrogen, phosphorus and other excesses. In collaboration with other organizations we are expanding the restoration of clams into our part of the Indian River Lagoon.
Clay Shoot
Join Florida Oceanographic Society at our Clay Shoot! We welcome straight shooters, novices, and all skill levels in between to participate in this dynamic sport.
Climate Change and Marine Life in Antarctica
Take a journey to the “deep deep south” to see how Antarctica’s unique marine organisms are being affected by earth’s changing climate.
Close encounter between gator, bull shark in St. Lucie River
Fisherman captures unusual interaction
Coastal Center
Visiting the Coastal Center
The Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center is a 57-acre marine life nature center offering educational programs that teach the importance of environmental…
Coastal Center Admission
Purchase tickets to the Coastal Center
The Coastal Center is open Tuesday - Sunday, 10am to 4pm (and select holidays).
Admission tickets may be purchased upon arrival or in advance below.
Advanced purchase of admission tickets does not guarantee entrance to the Coastal Center at any…
Coastal Center Closed
Please note that the Coastal Center is closed in observance of Easter Sunday.
Coastal Center Closed Week
The Coastal Center will be closed for updates from the 16-20.
Coastal Cleanup
Come join us as we put our stewardship into action by cleaning up our coasts.
Coastal Cleanup
Come join us as we put our stewardship into action by cleaning up our coasts.
Coastal Lecture Series
Sea turtles aren’t Florida’s only special turtles! Discover the surprising role that gopher tortoises – the ultimate animal landlords – play in the health of Florida’s ecosystems.
Coastal Lecture Series
"The Boys are Back in Town: Seasonal Aggregations of Blacktip Sharks in SE Florida" by Dr. Stephen Kajiura is the eighth of eight thought-provoking, science and conservation-themed lectures focused on topics that are relevant to everyone who lives in coastal Florida. Held from 6:30-7:45 p.m. on…
