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[PAST EVENT] Marine Life Day at VIMS' Eastern Shore Laboratory
Location
VIMS - Seaside Hall (Eastern Shore Laboratory)40 Atlantic Avenue
Wachapreague, VA 23480Map this location
Access & Features
- Open to the public
Join us for a fun and educational day exploring marine life found on Virginia’s Eastern Shore! This event will showcase marine science research being conducted at VIMS' Eastern Shore Laboratory. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of marine organisms in touch tanks and live displays, study creatures under microscopes, learn about marine science through activities and crafts, and discuss current research projects with scientists from various fields of study. Featured research and displays will include shellfish, crustaceans, fish, sharks, and many more!
This event is free, open to all ages, and takes place rain or shine. The first 50 people to register online will receive a VIMS reusable shopping bag when they check-in at the event.
**Please note that this event will be held at VIMS' Eastern Shore Laboratory in Wachapreague, VA.**
Contact
dkelley@vims.edu 757-787-5836, raturner@vims.edu 757-787-5807