Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center at St. Pete Pier

Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center at St. Pete Pier
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Summer Camp
Register now for Summer Camp and dive into a Summer packed to the gills with fun! From boat days to to hands-on crafts and science - there’s a new adventure every day!
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Hands-On Science for Homeschoolers
Join us at the beginning of each month for an exciting, immersive science learning experience designed for local homeschoolers.
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Family Friendly Programs
Learn about the Tampa Bay estuary through hands-on science, programs that promote curiosity, and up-close encounters with the creatures who call Tampa Bay home!
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Art & Nature Tours with the MFA
Immerse yourself in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity.
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Field Trips
Discover the wonders of nature at our education center, or let us bring the wildlife experience directly to your classroom!
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Personalized Private Charters
Holiday gatherings, corporate meetings, birthday parties and more! Make your next event unforgettable by hosting it aboard our boat!
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Dissect & Discover
Invasive species, mysterious molluscs, and apex predators! Join a hands-on lionfish, squid, or shark dissection to find out how these animals survive and thrive. All specimens are responsibly sourced.
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Bay Babies
Designed for ages 3 to 6. Join us monthly for a delightful blend of story time, creative crafts, interactive activities, and thrilling animal encounters.
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Wild Celebrations
Explore endless possibilities for your child's next
birthday celebration at the Discovery Center!
Captivating exhibits, hands-on activities, and more will make their day truly unforgettable.
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Sensory Programs
Thoughtfully designed for families and individuals on the autism spectrum or with other sensory differences.
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TAMPA BAY WATCH
DISCOVERY CENTER
Welcome to
the Discovery Center
, Tampa Bay Watch’s premier educational space on the St. Pete Pier. Dive into our engaging displays about the rich local ecosystem and learn about our ongoing efforts to restore it. Enjoy hands-on interactive exhibits, join our daily programs, and
get up close with marine life
. Plus, don’t miss our exciting
Wildlife Boat Tours,
setting sail regularly from our dock on the Pier.
Tampa Bay Watch
is dedicated to fostering a healthy Tampa Bay watershed through community-driven restoration projects, education programs, and outreach initiatives.
Interactive Exhibits
Learn about Tampa Bay Watch’s work to restore the bay, and don’t forget to meet our animal ambassadors!
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Hands-On Learning
We offer a variety of free and affordable daily programs featuring Florida’s unique wildlife and ecosystems.
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Estuary Exploration
Join our knowledgeable educators for a wildlife boat tour aboard our 45-foot catamaran, Discovery.
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OUR MISSION
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Experiences
Fishing Workshop
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Birthday Parties
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Labs & Dissections
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Private Programs
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History Boat Tour
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Your membership builds a brighter future for Tampa Bay
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