Events

Looking to hook your first fish? Our volunteers are excited to guide you through the basics of fishing! All supplies are provided. This is a come and go event as […]

Join us at the Bay Education Center for some fun, educational programs all about marine science and celebrating nature! All programs are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each program starts […]

Join us for a closer look at our marine invertebrate collection! Touch hermit crabs, urchins, and more with our educators to learn about these awesome creatures. Organizer Venue

Join us at the Bay Education Center for some fun, educational programs all about marine science and celebrating nature! All programs are on a first-come, first-serve basis, with 12 spots […]

The Texas Bays and Estuaries Meeting has brought together scientists, students, coastal managers, elected officials, and the interested public to share research relevant to the bay, estuary and nearshore environments […]

The Patton Center will be closed April 22–23, 2026, for the Texas Bays and Estuaries Meeting and will resume normal operating hours on April 24. Organizer Venue

UT Summer Science is an inquiry-based STEAM program for youth ages 10+ (entering grades 5–11). Participants explore marine science through hands-on field and lab activities, work alongside UTMSI scientists and […]

UT Summer Science is an inquiry-based STEAM program for youth ages 10+ (entering grades 5–11). Participants explore marine science through hands-on field and lab activities, work alongside UTMSI scientists and […]

The Patton Center will be closed on June 13, 2026, for a private event and will reopen on June 16 with regular hours from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We […]

UT Summer Science is an inquiry-based STEAM program for youth ages 10+ (entering grades 5–11). Participants explore marine science through hands-on field and lab activities, work alongside UTMSI scientists and […]

In honor of Juneteenth, the Patton Center will be closed Friday, June 19th. Normal hours will resume on Saturday, June 20th. We apologize for the inconvenience. Organizer Venue

In honor of Juneteenth, the Bay Education Center will be closed Friday, June 19th. Normal hours will resume on Saturday, June 20th. We apologize for the inconvenience. Organizer Venue