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This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

The reefs of NC are called hard bottom reefs, rockier than most coral reefs. Their rocky nature contributed to the name the pirates gave the region, the Graveyard of the Atlantic. Learn about this unique[...]

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,[...]

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

North Carolina writer Dr. Ashley Oliphant, a well-known fossil shark tooth expert will share about topics ranging from the New Orleans pirate Jean Laffite to Ernest Hemingway and Jimmy Buffett. Dr. Ashley Oliphant is a[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

Learn about one of our most popular fish species in this family friendly program! We have two species of pufferfish at the museum, burrfish and balloonfish. Ever wonder how pufferfish inflate or what animals eat[...]

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,[...]

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

Dolphin and whale watching are popular activities at the coast. Ever wonder what species visit the NC waters? Find out in this fun, interactive program where we will discuss North Atlantic Right Whales and Common[...]

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,[...]

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

Jesse McCrery and Marty Mentzer will go over how rip currents form, how to identify them, and most importantly what to do when in one. They will give information on what is dangerous about a[...]

Our Science in 3D exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring this exciting experience to you! Dive into the eye of Hurricane Maria, track windspeed and rainfall, and learn what to do when[...]

Learn about three frequenters of our coast, sea urchins, sand dollars, and sea stars. Why do we say sea star and not star fish? Are sea stars and sea urchins related? Do sand dollars have[...]

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,[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Discover the treasures of the tides while learning about shells, shark teeth, and more. This engaging program will talk about beach friendly shell practices, finding tidal treasures, and how to keep the beach safe for[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Sea turtles are frequent visitors to the North Carolina coast, with several individuals nesting on beaches from the Outer Banks to our own Ocean Isle Beach. Learn about the life cycle and different species of[...]

What is a Snorkel Bunny? Join the Museum of Coastal Carolina, Tuesday, May 31 at 6:00 pm, when author Dawn Calisto will discuss the inspiration behind her book “The Snorkel Bunnies! Sea Turtle Adventure!” and[...]