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We Have a Winner – 5K T-shirt Design Contest
We would like to send a big congratulations to Jennifer Tribou of Buzzards Bay, MA the winner of our first annual Feet Fins & Flippers 5K T-shirt design Contest. Jennifer’s design, pictured above was selected in a vote by our staff and volunteers. We loved this whimsical design and think it really portrays the National […]
Welcome 2013 Summer Interns
The National Marine Life Center is proud to provide hands on experimental learning opportunities to aspiring students throughout the year! NMLC’s internship program provides students with real world experiences in Marine Biology, Environmental Education, Animal Care, Rehabilitation, Marketing, Development, Communications, Fundraising, Non-Profit Management, and Facilities Maintenance. The Summer Semester is the most popular time for […]
It’s time to celebrate our favorite planet… Earth!
Earth Day is finally upon us so celebrate! Smell the flowers, hug the trees, and even high five the ocean! Not sure what Earth Day is? Here are a few facts. Earth Day is a holiday dedicated to supporting planet Earth and environmental friendliness. It is has been celebrated every year on April 22nd for […]
April Vacation Events
If you’re still looking for something to do this April vacation we are having educational events for the rest of the week! Tomorrow, April 18th our animal of the day will be seals and sea lions! Friday, April 19th we will be learning all about turtles and on Saturday, April 20th we will be learning […]
Spring Splash Open House!
If you’re scrambling to find fun and educational activities for your child this April vacation, you can relax because here at the National Marine Life Center, we’ve got it covered. Join us for our April Open House, kicking off with our Spring Splash on Saturday, April 13th from 10-2! Your kids will be able to […]
The Great Sea Turtle Trek
46 turtles 1,234 miles and RELEASE! This winter’s sea turtle cold-stun season on Cape Cod was the largest to date. A total of 393 turtles stranded, of which 242 were alive and suffering from severe hypothermia. In a normal year, there are an average of 70 live strandings. Sea turtles are rescued by Mass Audubon […]
Acting For Our Cause
The National Marine Life Center is excited to be hosting it’s very first Murder Mystery Dinner on Sunday April 7th and Monday April 8th! The play Murder “Seals” the Deal was written specifically for NMLC; inspired by our mission and commitment. The writer and producer of this engaging piece is dedicated volunteer Eva Schegulla. Eva washed […]
Parasitologist Dr. Murray Dailey visits center
World renound parasitologist, marine mammal parasitology expert, and author Dr. Murray Dailey visited the NMLC for a full week of meetings and laboratory instruction. Resident veterinarian Dr. Sea Rogers Williams, who has a special interest in parasitology and is currently identifying and evaluating cases of parasitism in marine mammals with a multi-year federal grant, was […]
Calling All Artists & Designers! First Ever NMLC T-shirt Design Contest!
The snow has finally melted and spring is in the air which means it’s time to start training for the annual Feet Fins and Flippers 5k! The race will be taking place on Sunday, May 26th, 2013 so get your walking or running shoes ready and get moving. All proceeds from the race go to […]
Seeing and Being Green
With St. Patrick’s Day just past and spring on the way, it seems like we are seeing green everywhere! In order to preserve our green earth and keep our oceans clean and blue here are a few tips on being green. One of our favorite frogs, Kermit claims that “it’s not easy being green” but […]