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SEALebrity Seal Release!

harbor seal

The National Marine Life Center is releasing three successfully rehabilitated “sealebrity” harbor seal pups back to the wild, and you are invited to attend! RELEASE DETAILS: WHO: Luseal Ball, Teddy Roosealvelt, Queen Sealizabeth WHAT: Rehabilitated harbor seal pups WHEN: Thursday, August 4, 2016 TIME: 7:00 PM (approximate) WHERE: Scusset Beach State Reservation, 20 Scusset Beach […]

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Mermaid Ball Auction Highlight: Martha’s Vineyard Get-Away

Clarion Inn

  You have the unique opportunity to snag an extraordinary get-away to some of the most exclusive spots on Martha’s Vineyard! Enjoy the beautiful waters of Nantucket Sound with a round trip for two to Martha’s Vineyard on board the Hy-Line ferry. Live it up with two rounds (2 Days of golf for 2 people) of golf at the exclusive  4.5 star-rated […]

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Casting Call: Our Additional Pup Stars

harbor seal

Beyonseal, named after the fabulous Beyonce, came to us from Licolnville, Maine. She was brought to us by the College of the Atlantic on May 31, weighing 6.7 kg (14.8 lb). She came in as an abandoned dependent pup, and has had to battle her way through rehabilitation so far. She is combating a viral […]

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Mermaid Ball MC: Loretta LaRoche

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Our ninth annual Mermaid Ball is coming up fast! We are excited to announce that the lovely Loretta LaRoche will be hosting our guests at this years mermaid-centered gala of Friday, August 12, 2016. LaRoche, a Mass General advisory council member, is an all around inspiration and joy. She uses great humor to manage a stressful […]

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Dive into the Mermaid Ball

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Mermaids have attracted much attention across the centuries, from fantastical Greek mythology, powerful nautical superstitions, and even a beloved Disney princess. Easily recognizable as humans with a fishtail, they are closely associated with other marine animals, like turtles and dolphins, but especially manatees/dugongs. Some were even believed to have lured travel-weary sailors to shipwreck with beautiful songs. […]

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Take a break from the sun with our Summer Drop-In Programs!

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It’s summertime! The National Marine Life Center has a whole schedule of fun and educational summer programming. With a different animal theme every week, there’s something for everyone! LITTLE FLIPPERS CLUB Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11 a.m. Join us for a marine animal themed story time and craft project! Themes listed below. All ages welcome, […]

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Second Annual Cape Cod Canal Fest!

Canal Fest

Join us for our second annual Cape Cod Canal Fest on July 4th & 5th at the Buzzard’s Bay Park. The festival kicks off immediately after the 4th of July parade on Main Street! Bring the family down for games, vendors, food trucks, all while benefiting the animals in rehabilitation at National Marine Life Center! Hours: Monday, […]

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Thank You, 2016 Feet, Fins, & Flippers 5K Sponsors!

A Direct Solution

The 2016 Feet, Fins, & Flippers 5K was a tremendous success, raising over $10,100 to help the animals! Many thanks to the following sponsors for their generous support. When you visit these fine businesses, please thank them for helping our community and the National Marine Life Center! Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle ($1,000-2,499): Convention Data Services […]

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Discover Marine Life This Summer!

Discover Marine Animals

Back by popular demand – “Discover Marine Life,” the National Marine Life Center’s summer day program. Dive into the world of marine animal biology and conservation as you spend a week getting to know your favorite seafaring species. Discover how wildlife rehabilitation experts tend turtles, study seals, and doctor dolphins! Learn about sharks, fish, and […]

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