“Community Day” to mark re-opening of Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center

“Community Day” to mark re-opening of Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center

Following a $1 million renovation, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary’s Eco-Discovery Center in Key West will re-open on April 15, 2023, with a “Community Day” celebration featuring coffee with the superintendent, games and hands-on activities for children and families, and tours of the re-imagined visitor center and exhibits.  This event is free, just like admission to the Eco-Discovery Center itself.

The Eco-Discovery Center first opened in 2007, but its 6,000 square feet of exhibit space has been renovated through grants from the Monroe County Tourist Development Council and the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation.

WHAT:         Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center Community Day

WHEN:          Saturday April 15, 2023 – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

WHERE:        35 Quay Road, Key West, FL 33040

Community Day Schedule:

 9-10 a.m.           ● Coffee with the Superintendent
● Games and activities for kids and families

10 a.m.                ● Ribbon cutting ceremony and opening of exhibits

10–11 a.m.          ● Guided tours of the Eco-Discovery Center

11 a.m.–12 p.m. ● Guided art and science activities
● Educational interactive carts

12-1 p.m.             ● Guided tours of the Eco-Discovery Center
● Guided art and science activities

1-2 p.m.               ● Guided art and science activities
● Educational interactive carts

2-3 p.m.               ● Mission: Iconic Reefs presentation
● Guided tours of the Eco-Discovery Center

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