Did you know there are over 2,000 species of sea stars? Discover local species of sea stars, learn why sea stars are no longer called star fish, and complete a special sea star craft!
Join us as we read Tagalong Turtle by Donna M. Ferguson. Tagalong Turtle has one goal – to reach the ocean. Follow adventures she has on her journey and participate in a fun activity to learn how turtles race to the sea in real life.
You’re invited to get up close with some of the more familiar creatures found in our ocean.
Our touch tank pool allows you to gently touch marine animals such as sea stars, sea urchins, whelks, horseshoe crabs, and hermit crabs. These animals live in a variety of habitats and have developed many ways to survive the waves and predators. Volunteers are on hand to assist and teach you about these incredible animals.
Did you know, when a sea urchin “hugs” your finger if you gently touch its spines, it’s actually checking you out: Are you food or predator? If you’re neither, the animal will just gradually release you.
Some may find the word “biofact” bewildering, but the Museum promises clarity, enlightenment and fun that’ll inspire curiosity! Visitors will explore biological artifacts such as bones, fur, eggs, and shells; learn what they reveal about area wildlife; and create biofact replicas to take home.
On January 13 we will explore Sea Urchin Tests and Spines. Did you know that sea urchins’ shells are called tests? Closely examine sea urchin tests and spines, learn where they got their name, explore how they grow, and make sea urchins to take home.
Join us as we read Little Owl’s Night by Divya Srinivasan. It’s evening in the forest and Little Owl wakes up from his day-long sleep to watch his friends enjoying the night. Hedgehog sniffs for mushrooms, Skunk nibbles at berries, Frog croaks, and Cricket sings. A full moon rises, and Little Owl can’t understand why anyone would want to miss it. After joining Little Owl on his adventures, complete a craft that looks like Little Owl.
You’re invited to get up close with some of the more familiar creatures found in our ocean.
Our touch tank pool allows you to gently touch marine animals such as sea stars, sea urchins, whelks, horseshoe crabs, and hermit crabs. These animals live in a variety of habitats and have developed many ways to survive the waves and predators. Volunteers are on hand to assist and teach you about these incredible animals.
Did you know, when a sea urchin “hugs” your finger if you gently touch its spines, it’s actually checking you out: Are you food or predator? If you’re neither, the animal will just gradually release you.
Bewildering Biofacts: Some may find the word “biofact” bewildering, but the Museum promises clarity, enlightenment and fun that’ll inspire curiosity! Visitors will explore biological artifacts such as bones, fur, eggs, and shells; learn what they reveal about area wildlife; and create biofact replicas to take home.
On January 20 we’ll explore Snakeskin. Finding a snake’s skin is clear evidence that a snake has been nearby and, as snakes grow, they shed their skin in one piece. Study snakeskin under a microscope, learn about local snakes, and make snake ID guides for home use.
Join us as we read Izzie Lizzie Alligator: A Tale of a Big Lizard by Suzanne Tate. There is a problem in the swamp where Izzie Lizzie lives and only some of her eggs have hatched. Discover why, with help from other humans, and make a fun alligator craft.
You’re invited to get up close with some of the more familiar creatures found in our ocean.
Our touch tank pool allows you to gently touch marine animals such as sea stars, sea urchins, whelks, horseshoe crabs, and hermit crabs. These animals live in a variety of habitats and have developed many ways to survive the waves and predators. Volunteers are on hand to assist and teach you about these incredible animals.
Did you know, when a sea urchin “hugs” your finger if you gently touch its spines, it’s actually checking you out: Are you food or predator? If you’re neither, the animal will just gradually release you.
Some may find the word “biofact” bewildering, but the Museum promises clarity, enlightenment and fun that’ll inspire curiosity each week! Visitors will explore biological artifacts such as
bones, fur, eggs, and shells; learn what they reveal about area wildlife; and create biofact replicas to take home.
On January 27 we will explore Dolphin and Whale Bones. Dolphins and whales are both marine mammals, but do their bones look different? Compare dolphin and whale bones in this fun, interactive program that focuses on species found near Ocean Isle Beach.