The Original Museum, Nature and Science Center on Fort Myers Beach!

Two girls in green swim shirts and goggles smile, holding shells in the shallow water at the beach.

Marine Science Center

Explore and discover the natural beauty of Southwest Florida. Learn about the unique ecology of the barrier islands and estuary ecosystem.

Welcome to the Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center located at 718 Fishermans Wharf on San Carlos Island in Fort Myers Beach, Fl. For 33 years, the Center provides a Marine Science Experience through interactive exhibits, aquariums, touch tank, one of kind collections and unique displays.

Call for feeding times, it's an opportunity to see many of our reclusive marine specimens that come out of hiding for lunch. Touch a sting ray, put your head in the mouth of a shark, see how sea turtles hatch, plus much more. Suggested donation of $5.00 per adult, $3 per child, and free for children 6 yrs old and under.

Research Projects

Visiting Fellows

Whether you're a visiting fellow or grad student, let the Marine Science Center be your "base camp". We have local connections and provide local knowledge to help you with your research.

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