Mote Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States
Mote SEA Drop-In Science Drop in for hands-on, dive-in, science fun! Held on select dates throughout the year, each session features a different quick activity or mini-exploration led by Mote educators that is perfect for curious kids and families who want to discover something new about our oceans in just a splash of time. Themes …
Mote Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States
Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health to red-tide breakthroughs, sustainable fishers and so much more. Dr. Jennifer Toyoda is a Mote Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Ecotoxicology Program Exploration Hall at Mote Science …
Mote Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States
Join us for a wondrous, musical evening with Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and La Musica. When: April 10, 2026. Preshow reception with lite bites and wine for ticket holders at 5:00 p.m. Performance at 6:00 p.m. Location: Exploration Hall at Mote Science Education Aquarium. 225 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243. Tickets: $50* *Tickets …
Siesta Key Beach
948 Beach Road, Sarasota, FL, United States
Celebrate 40 years of running for a cause! Run, walk or crawl and help us raise funds for endangered and threatened sea turtles during this year's annual Run for the Turtles! Mote’s Run for the Turtles is a highly anticipated, sanctioned 5K that brings together more than 1,000 runners in support of Mote’s Sea Turtle …
Mote Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States
Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health to red-tide breakthroughs, sustainable fishers and so much more. Dr. Dominique Gallery is a Seagrass Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Seagrass Ecosystem Research & Restoration. Exploration Hall …
Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration
24244 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL, United States
When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ages 12 – 15: Feb 4th, March 4th, April 15th, May 13th Fee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone) Note: 1 chaperone per 2 students required (chaperones free)
Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration
24244 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL, United States
When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ages 8 – 11: Jan 8th, Feb 5th, March 5th, April 16th, May 14th Fee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone) Note: 1 chaperone per 2 students required (chaperones free)
Mote Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States
These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear, engaging instruction with practical activities that deepen understanding of species identification, animal biology, and human impacts. Each class also features insights from Mote experts whose research connects directly to the day’s …
Mote Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States
Mote Science Education Aquarium will open its doors an hour early exclusively for individuals with sensory processing differences or autism spectrum disorders. During this event, Mote will create a welcoming, calm, and inclusive environment with sensory-friendly modifications such as softer lighting, reduced noise levels, and minimized visual stimulation whenever possible. Sensory SEA begins at 8:30 …
Mote Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States
Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health to red-tide breakthroughs, sustainable fishers and so much more. Kim Bassos-Hull is a Mote Senior Biologist, Sharks & Rays Conservation Research Program. Exploration Hall at …
Mote Science Education Aquarium
225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States
Earth Day Animal Spot-A-Thon, Do NASA Science LIVE! Join us in-person for this hybrid event to learn how to identify animals in trail-camera images and contribute to real wildlife conservation research. We will watch a short NASA Science LIVE! training stream, then practice identifying animals using the computers at Mote SEA. Participants may also bring …
Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration
24244 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL, United States
Can’t get enough of Mote Keys homeschool programs? Then join us for our Homeschool Meetups! In this program, students can meet up with other homeschool families and a Mote educator for beach clean ups and mangrove kayaking trips from the laboratory. When: monthly from 9 – 11:00 a.m. (dates vary) Ages: 8-15 Fee: $20 per child (includes …
