Lived on the coast all my life and learned so much on the boat ride about the water and wildlife in my own backyard! More

The Institute has been expanded a lot in recent years so we checked it out. There are still very few things to see inside. They have added a nice outdoor feature. Good walking trails with various habitats featured. They also have ARK--Animal Rescue Keep with animals in 'rehab'. More

If you are wondering what some of the things are you are seeing on the beach at Port Aransas check out this small but informative information center. Nice tanks exhibits and resources available. More

The Institute has gone out of its way to offer a variety of fascinating things to do. The exhibits in the building are wonderful. High-quality, educational programs for the public are offered on a regular basis. There is a walking trail by the building that goes through a variety of typical environments, and guided tours are offered. There is even... More

Last week my wife and I chaparoened 75 6th graders to visit the marine science Institute. I was amazed as the kids were mostly mesmerized to all of what was going on.It included a oat trip, grassland walk and the museum. I, along with the children definitely learned a lot. It wasnt just another us trip somewhere. It is definitely... More

This is a very small facility, but it has some cool exhibits. It's right in Port Aransas, which makes it nice. There is a whale jawbone, whale skull, dolphin skeleton, sea bean collection, and a few tanks with local fish. My daughter is 5 and she really enjoyed the exhibits. She learned a lot and was amazed by the size... More

This is a great overview of the island's flora and fauna. The shell exhibit is fantastic. Free educational movies are offered weekly. More

During the Whopping Crane Festival in February and occasionally at other times of the year, the UTMSI (University of Texas Marine Science Institute) has open house and you can view the many pelicans, turtles and other wild life they have been caring for. On certain days throughout the year there are exhibits regarding sealife and a walking garden area visible.... More

great place to go and see and learn about the marine life and what the names of everything were. More