A research and education facility that houses marine research laboratories, public lecture and conference spaces, a sea lending library and an ocean aquarium that replicates the Gulf of Maine ecosystem.

Offers public lectures series.

Seeks volunteer coastal monitors 18 and older, though parents and children can work together. Also offers junior internships from student 14-18 and other volunteer opportunities.

Offers resources for teachers.

Note: A rich venue for learning with many different kinds of hands-on ed opportunities. Students could become involved as volunteers or as advocates and supporters (gathering items for MERI’s ‘wish