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Your exploration of South Florida's marine environment starts here! Discover the exciting things you can see and do at the NSU Marine Environmental Education Center:

• Welcoming Visitor's Center: Your starting point for information, program schedules, and friendly staff ready to answer your questions.
• Meet Our Resident Sea Turtles: Get up close with Captain and Cane, our captivating sea turtle ambassadors, and learn their unique stories and the importance of conservation.
• Engaging Interactive Exhibits: Explore fascinating displays covering a range of marine topics, from sea turtle conservation challenges to the impact of marine debris on our oceans.
• Direct Beach Access: Step right onto the beautiful Hollywood Beach and experience the coastal environment firsthand.
• Daily Educational Programs: Join our engaging programs for all ages to discover more about sea turtles, coastal ecology, and how you can help protect our oceans.  

Hours of Operation

Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

Admission

Free! We gratefully suggest a $3 donation per adult and children ages 3+ to help us continue our vital education and conservation efforts. 

Directions

We are located at 4414 N. Surf Road, Hollywood, Florida.

• From 1-95: Take Exit 21 (Sheridan Street) east to North Ocean Drive (A1A). Turn left (north) on N. Ocean Drive, then right onto Green Street (the 4th street). Parking is in the lot on the right.

Parking

Free parking for MEEC guests in the Green Street lot (first-come, first-served). Metered parking is also available nearby.