Marine Science Center

The Marine Science Center is a research facility in Ponce Inlet devoted to caring for injured ocean animals and teaching visitors about marine life. The building contains treatment tanks for sea turtles and seabirds, display tanks showing various species, and work areas for staff conducting research and animal care.

The center was established in 2002 and created the first sea turtle hospital in Volusia County. This founding moment represented a new commitment to caring for ocean animals in the region.

The center reveals how people connect with ocean life through hands-on encounter rather than distant study. Watching staff care for injured animals demonstrates a living commitment to marine conservation that goes beyond classroom learning.

Visitors should plan ahead since opening hours are limited and vary between weekdays and weekends. Arriving earlier in the day allows more time to view all the exhibits and observe animal care activities.

The facility operates with surgical instruments and diagnostic equipment specifically engineered for marine animals. These specialized tools allow medical procedures that standard veterinary clinics cannot perform.

Location: Ponce Inlet

Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-16:00; Sunday 12:00-16:00

Website: https://marinesciencecenter.com

GPS coordinates: 29.08097,-80.92630

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:46