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Mote Science Education Aquarium

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  • January 2026

  • Mon 12
    Dr. Erinn Muller dives to test coral disease treatments
    Featured January 12 @ 5:00 pm Mote-ivational Science Lectures 2026

    Mote-ivational Science Lectures: Dr. Erinn Muller

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health …

    $15
  • Fri 16
    Featured January 16 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm SEA & Do lifelong learning workshops

    SEA & Do lifelong learning workshops

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear, engaging instruction with practical activities that …

    $55
  • Mon 19
    Mote's Dr. Jake Lasala uses an ATV (all-terrain vehicle) during permitted sea turtle research on southwest Florida beaches.
    Featured January 19 @ 5:00 pm Mote-ivational Science Lectures 2026

    Mote-ivational Science Lectures: Dr. Jake Lasala

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health …

    $15
  • Sat 24
    Mote Staff Member Shows Sea Star To Child And Grown Up
    Featured January 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Shark Pups & Grown Ups @ Mote SEA

    Shark Pups & Grown Ups

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role …

  • Mon 26
    Mote's Dr. Ryan Schloesser holds a common snook during a fisheries research project in southwest Florida.
    Featured January 26 @ 5:00 pm Mote-ivational Science Lectures 2026

    Mote-ivational Science Lectures: Dr. Ryan Schloesser

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health …

    $15
  • Sat 31
    A guest in stylish evening attire meets the penguins at Mote Science Education Aquarium
    Featured January 31 @ 6:00 pm

    The Black and White Party

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Celebrate our inaugural year in style at Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA)! Please join us for an evening beneath the mesmerizing glow of the ocean, where the vibrant energy …

  • February 2026

  • Sat 7
    Mote Staff Member Shows Sea Star To Child And Grown Up
    Featured February 7 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Shark Pups & Grown Ups @ Mote SEA

    Shark Pups & Grown Ups

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role …

  • Fri 13
    Featured February 13 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm SEA & Do lifelong learning workshops

    SEA & Do lifelong learning workshops

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear, engaging instruction with practical activities that …

    $55
  • Sat 21
    Mote Staff Member Shows Sea Star To Child And Grown Up
    Featured February 21 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Shark Pups & Grown Ups @ Mote SEA

    Shark Pups & Grown Ups

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role …

  • March 2026

  • Fri 20
    Featured March 20 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm SEA & Do lifelong learning workshops

    SEA & Do lifelong learning workshops

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear, engaging instruction with practical activities that …

    $55
  • April 2026

  • Mon 6
    Dr. Jennifer Toyoda speaks about red tide mitigation science at the event Mote-ivational Mondays
    Featured April 6 @ 5:00 pm Mote-ivational Science Lectures 2026

    Mote-ivational Science Lectures: Dr. Jennifer Toyoda

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health …

    $15
  • Mon 13
    Dr. Dominique Gallery preserves seagrass samples.
    Featured April 13 @ 5:00 pm Mote-ivational Science Lectures 2026

    Mote-ivational Science Lectures: Dr. Dominique Gallery

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health …

    $15
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