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Events & Fundraisers

NMLC is rebuilding its calendar of events, fundraisers, and community opportunities.

As the Discovery Center welcomes visitors again, we are working to bring more programs and events back to the calendar. Confirmed dates will be added as they are scheduled, and annual fundraisers may return as planning, sponsorship, volunteer support, and capacity allow.

Upcoming Events

  • NMLC’s Fall Speaker Series

    National Marine Life Center 120 Main St., Bourne, MA, United States

    Join us every Thursday this fall, in person or online, for an evening of learning, hosted by local experts, researchers, and conservationists exploring marine life, coastal ecosystems, and wildlife rescue across New England. Each week features a different speaker and topic, from ocean sunfish rescues to sea turtle rehabilitation to coastal resilience planning. When: Every…

    $5.00
  • Little Flippers Club: Weekly Children’s Reading and Activity Group

    National Marine Life Center 120 Main St., Bourne, MA, United States

    Join us for a weekly reading and activity group designed for young ocean lovers! Each session includes a read-aloud story and a craft inspired by that day's book, all centered around marine life and conservation. When: Saturdays, 9:00 to 10:00 AM Fall 2026 Dates: September 19 & 26, October 3, 10, 24 & 31 (no…

    $10.00
  • Monthly Marine Book Club Meeting – November

    National Marine Life Center 120 Main St., Bourne, MA, United States

    Join us Saturday, Saturday, November 14 | 10:30–11:15am ___ Can't make it in person? Join us on Teams: Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2683687959099634?p=aZd80a1yhkjypqDTwm(opens in new tab) Meeting ID: 268 368 795 909 963 4 Passcode: eN3Aq9pV ___ Same club, new time! We’ve moved Book Club to Saturday mornings to make it easier for more members of our community…

    Free