Marine Environmental Education Center at the Carpenter House

08/22/2026

FREE public event! 🏖️🚮

Join us on Saturday, September 19th for the International Coastal Cleanup Day. Come by between 9am and 12pm to pick up debris from the beach, plant some sea oats with Adopt a Dune, and receive a free tshirt or hat.

Parking is available by meter on the side streets. Please email or comment if you have any questions.

08/17/2026

It’s National Nonprofit Day! 💙🐢

The Marine Environmental Education Center (MEEC) at the Carpenter House is a nonprofit organization in partnership with NSU and Broward County Parks. While donations help support facility costs, maintenance, and staff, they also play an essential role in providing the care our resident animals need, including diets, medical care, and supplies.

🐢 Did you know? Feeding our two resident sea turtles costs the MEEC upwards of $700 every month! From seafood and produce to specialized care, your support helps ensure Captain and Cane receive everything they need to thrive.

💙 Consider making a donation today to help us continue providing exceptional care for our animals and educational experiences for our community!

To donate:

1. Follow the donation link in our bio
2. Under Gift Area, select Halmos College of Arts and Sciences.
3. Under the second dropdown, select Carpenter House – Marine Environmental Education Center.

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. Thank you for supporting the MEEC and the animals in our care!

08/06/2026

We want you! 🐢🌊

With summer coming to an end, we are looking for a new round of volunteers and interns interested in working with us and our turtles here at the MEEC. Please DM us if you have any questions!

08/04/2026

Feeding at the MEEC 🥬 🐟

Swipe to see the MEEC’s monthly receipt for Captain and Cane’s diets! You can help feed our turtles by making a monetary contribution or donating fresh produce. Email [email protected] if you’re interested in becoming a donor or want to drop off produce for the animals!

07/18/2026

The MEEC is hiring! 🌊🐢

Come join our team as the Education Specialist. Read more about the job description and apply here: https://nsucareers.nova.edu/jobs/meec-education-specialist-992677-fort-lauderdale-davie-florida-united-states-c1cfab6a-9e79-40db-9613-f73c8a2352cd?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleATIvbZwZG9mAmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp_rQXh9Btoe1h0c-BOQAgirq6izB87yxDVYNI57imldcgnG3iegpC46zvJN6_aem_MWmDzWeT98xFkoLiJpRafw

DM us with any questions

07/01/2026

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06/26/2026

The MEEC will be closed to the public on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th. Please be safe next weekend and be mindful of wildlife during your festivities!

06/23/2026

Looking for a great spot to watch the cup games? ⚽️🥅

Join Broward County Parks at the Amerant Bank Arena for free admission, parking and family fun! Visit some local organizations, participate in free giveaways and have a blast engaging in activities during these watch parties.

Attendees must reserve their FREE tickets prior to the parties and may grab up to six for the whole family! We will see you this Saturday night for Columbia vs. Portugal.

For more information, visit Broward.org/WorldCup2026

06/01/2026

Turtle Takeover at IPW 2026! 🐢🌊

Thank you for having the MEEC and Broward County join you to educate all convention attendees about local sea turtle conservation.

Be sure to follow for more turtle content and to receive the latest updates about turtle activity in the county.

05/27/2026