Situated between the Indian River Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean, the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center is a 57-acre, marine life nature center offering educational programs to visitors of all ages that teach the importance of environmental stewardship. Guests to the Coastal Center can interact with stingrays and local invertebrate species, attend daily programs that teach about local gamefish, sharks, and sea turtles, and explore the new Ocean EcoCenter, a state-of-the-art facility that includes interactive exhibits and 2,000+ gallons of aquariums. Join us in our mission "to inspire environmental stewardship of Florida's coastal ecosystems through education, research and advocacy” today.

Step back in time to the turn of the century with a visit to the House of Refuge Museum at Gilbert’s Bar. Built as one of ten along the east coast of Florida, it is the oldest structure in Martin County and is the only remaining House of Refuge. Want to visit the wreck of the Georges Valentine? Only 100 yards from shore, you can walk from the House of Refuge and snorkel or dive the wreck. Looking for the ideal Beach Wedding or an Ocean side Event? We can make it happen! Select your many options below and DISCOVER WHAT POSSIBILITIES AWAIT YOU!

Visit nationally recognized wildlife bronze sculptor, Geoffrey C. Smith's working studio. The Studio is the place to witness the moment Smith gives life to his clay sculptures. There is also a showroom to browse with some of Smith's monumental bronzes.