Discover Sea Turtles and Marine Life

Dive into the amazing world of sea turtles and South Florida's coastal beauty at the Nova Southeastern University Marine Environmental Education Center (MEEC)! Get up close with our resident sea turtles, Captain and Cane, and explore interactive exhibits on conservation, marine life, and more. Join our daily programs for all ages and discover the wonders of our beach ecosystem. Your ocean adventure starts here – Seek the MEEC at Hollywood North Beach Park!

Plan Your Visit

Meet Our Resident Sea Turtles

The site features Captain, a green sea turtle, and Cane, a loggerhead sea turtle, as well as an interactive Interpretive Center with displays ranging on topics from sea turtle conservation to marine debris. Additionally, we offer programs for the public on various coastal ecology and sea turtle topics, as well as programming specifically for school groups with a curriculum tailored to the marine sciences.

Meet Captain and Cane Explore Programs and Events

Education and Preservation

Discover the story behind the Carpenter House and the unique vision that transformed it into the NSU Marine Environmental Education Center. And, beyond the exhibits, there's a purpose. Learn about our mission to educate and our vision for a healthier marine world.

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