Discovery Lecture Series

MDC’s Monthly Public Lecture Series provides a forum for the community to learn about Florida’s Coastal & Indian River Lagoon Ecosystems and surrounding habitats.  Qualified staff & guest speakers will share their knowledge about a vast array of topics including plants and animals, water quality, citizen science, local conservation efforts, and much more!

Our public lectures are FREE* and open to the public but advance registration is required. All lectures will be held on select Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. in our Learning Lab unless otherwise noted.

Spring 2026 Schedule
January 8 | Julie Albert & Joel Cohen, Blue World Research Institute:  “Right Whale Threats: Past, Present, & Future Solutions”
February 5 | Aric Attas, Artist & Musician: “Driven by Curiosity: Reflections on STEAM, Inspiration, & the Creative Process“
March 5 | Katie Hellman, Marine Science Center:  “Inside Look at Bird Rehabilitation at Marine Science Center”
April 2 | Wendy Mathews, The Nature Conservancy:  “Florida Panthers: A Peek Into the Life of Florida’s State Animal”
May 7 | Shelly Steele, Rise Yaupon:  “History of Yaupon Tea & Rise Yaupon”

Register online now!