Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum connects people to the natural world through their love of shells and the animals that create them. Its mission is to use exceptional collections, aquariums, programs, experiences, and science to be the nation’s leading museum in the conservation, preservation, interpretation, and celebration of shells, mollusks, and their ecosystems. Permanent exhibitions on view...
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum connects people to the natural world through their love of shells and the animals that create them. Its mission is to use exceptional collections, aquariums, programs, experiences, and science to be the nation’s leading museum in the conservation, preservation, interpretation, and celebration of shells, mollusks, and their ecosystems. Permanent exhibitions on view include the Great Hall of Shells (currently closed but opening soon) which displays highlights of the Museum’s collection of some 500,000 shells, as well as the Beyond Shells living gallery of aquariums and over 50 species of marine life. One of the best things to do on Sanibel Island, the Museum offers fun and educational activities for the whole family. Kids love touching live mollusks in our touch pools, winning scavenger hunt prizes, and watching our Giant Pacific Octopus. Come visit the only museum in the United States devoted solely to shells and mollusks! Call to reserve your spot today. 239-395-2233 | ShellMuseum.org | 3075 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957
Key Features
Things to Do
Attractions
Family Fun
Museums & Science Centers
Historic Attraction
Shelling Activities
Gallery
Amenities
Disabled Traveler Information
ADA Compliant
Activities
Adult Education Classes, Community Science Events, Keeper Chats with Aquarists, Lectures, Scavenger Hunt, Short Film, Sunrise Strolls, Touch Pool Talks, Touch Pools
Category
Aquarium, Natural Science Museum, Museum Science, Museum Historical, Historic Attraction, Museum, Museum Children's
Discounts
Educators, Senior Citizen Discount, Student Discount, Veterans
Hours of Operation
7 days a week
10am - 5pm
26.438141, -82.092671
Key Features
Things to Do
Attractions
Family Fun
Museums & Science Centers
Historic Attraction
Shelling Activities
Hours of Operation
7 days a week
10am - 5pm
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Contact
2201 Second Street
Suite 600
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
Suite 600
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
