# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Discovery Lecture Series
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: 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 - register now at https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/marinediscoverycenter/items/495566/?full-items=yes&flow=1047069

All lectures will be held on select Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. in our Learning Lab unless otherwise noted.

2025-26 Schedule

September 4 | Wendy Noke & Teresa Jablonski, Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute:  “Dolphins of the Indian River Lagoon” (THIS LECTURE IS NOW FULL TO CAPACITY)

October 2 | Felipe De Paula, Ponce De Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum:  “The Timucua of Northeast Florida”

November 6 | Dr. Todd Osborne, Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience: “Restoring Hard Clam Populations in the IRL“
*This lecture is part of our Wild & Scenic Film Festival and requires a ticket to that event (details coming soon)

December 4 | Mark Spradley, New Smyrna Museum of History:  “History of Coastal New Smyrna”

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 1 | Shelly Steele, Rise Yaupon:  “History of Yaupon Tea & Rise Yaupon”

Discovery Lecture Series, Too

August 21 | Dr. Linda Walters & Madison Serrate:  “Atmospheric Deposition of Microplastics: Citizen-Science Results from Around New Smyrna Beach and Mosquito Lagoon”

CANCELLED September 18 | TD Bank:  “Evolution of Fraud and Scams”

November 12 | Jonas Roddenberry CFP, Edward Jones:  “Ways to Leave a Legacy” -->This lecture is on a Wednesday
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-smyrna-beach/discovery-lecture-series/200029959965033
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, business, festivals, music, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 12

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: New Smyrna Beach
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States, Florida 32169
- **lat**: 29.03651
- **long**: -80.91803
- **full address**: 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States, Florida 32169

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Discovery Lecture Series being held?
  - **A:** Discovery Lecture Series takes place on Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States, Florida 32169.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Discovery Lecture Series?
  - **A:** Discovery Lecture Series is organized by Marine Discovery Center.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Marine Discovery Center's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Marine Discovery Center a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Marine Discovery Center has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Discovery Lecture Series is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Smyrna Beach, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Discovery Lecture Series sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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