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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
  • Feet for Flippers 5K 2026

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

    Join us to run or walk to support our mission. All funds raised will go towards saving endangered cold-stunned sea turtles and sick or injured seals. Our race will start promptly at 10 am. After the race, we will have prizes for each age group, so be sure to stick around after! This year, our…

  • October Book Club Meeting

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

    Join us Saturday, October 24th from 4:30–5:15pm, in person or online! This month we will be discussing The Sea Around Us by Rachel Carson. Can't make it in person? Join us on Teams: Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/245171138891476?p=oxN6pKkcpPWn6099dv(opens in new tab)   A bit about the book: Before writing the groundbreaking Silent Spring, Carson won the National Book…

    Free