Join the University of Texas Marine Science Institute's Green Team for our annual Jetty & Beach Cleanup! Help us keep our beaches beautiful! Stick around after for a raffle with amazing prizes, including annual memberships to the Texas State Aquarium and the Art Museum of South Texas, locally supplied gifts, and a special discount at […]

Experience the wonder of marine conservation in action at our Sea Turtle Release Event! This free, family-friendly event celebrates the rehabilitation and return of eight green sea turtles to their natural habitat in the Gulf of Mexico. The event is hosted by the University of Texas Marine Science Institute, the Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve, […]

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Need another ornament to decorate your Christmas tree? Come join us on Saturday, December 14th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a Christmas ornament craft, listen to Christmas music, and enjoy a nice cup of hot cocoa. This year you will get to decorate a couple of oyster shells to take home for your […]

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Patton Center will be closed for winter break starting December 24th, with normal operating hours resuming January 2nd. Organizer Venue

Bay Education Center will be closed for winter break starting December 24th, with normal operating hours resuming January 2nd. Organizer Venue

Join us for a thought-provoking session, presented by Shelby Marincasiu. She will be talking about the restoration efforts within Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve. Organizer Venue

The Public Lecture Series kicks off on January 9th with a presentation by Andrew Orgill, ARK Supervisor, shares insights into some of the most fascinating injured animal cases received during the 2024 season. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:30 PM. Organizer Venue

Join us for a fun and creative morning as we make bird feeders from popsicle sticks! This hands-on workshop is perfect for nature lovers and DIY enthusiasts. After crafting, you’ll have a beautiful, homemade bird feeder to hang in your yard and attract local wildlife. The programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and […]

The University of Texas Marine Science Institute will reveal the Discovery Starts Here video on January 11 across its social media channels, highlighting the cutting-edge research and educational facilities in Port Aransas, Texas. Be sure to watch it on YouTube @utmsi2857! Organizer Venue

Join Museum staff and bring friends on Saturday, January 11 to explore the nature of our region. If where we live shapes how we live, then the Corpus Christi Bay and Gulf of Mexico play a huge role in our lives. What’s in the bay, above the bay, and beside the bay influence our everyday lives more than we might think.   Texas Master […]

Presenter: Jace Tunnell, M.S. Institution: Harte Research Institute (HRI) The weekly “Beachcoming” series, hosted by HRI’s Director of Community Engagement Jace Tunnell, educates the public about the impact of marine debris on water and land in the Gulf of Mexico region and how it affects coastal communities. The series promotes the Institute’s mission, research and collaborations, […]

Join us for a presentation by Dr. Ed Buskey as part of the Public Lecture Series. Dr. Edward Buskey, Professor and Director at UTMSI, explores the multifaceted role of jellyfish in marine ecosystems, discussing their ecological importance, potential health benefits, and challenges they pose due to increasing populations. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM, with […]

Discover the art of block printing! In this workshop, you’ll carve your own design into a block, then use it to create beautiful prints. A great way to explore your artistic side and take home your own unique artwork. The programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and space is limited to the first […]