The Marine Discovery Centre is coming out of its shell this summer

The MARINE DISCOVERY CENTRE, Terrigal is coming out of its shell this summer!

The revamped and remodelled Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre is popular for its marine aquariums and educational displays (Port Jackson shark, shark eggs, clown fish, whale jawbones and the much-loved seahorses), its theatrette and video displays (HMAS Adelaide and Gavin the leafy sea dragon), ship models, microscopes for budding scientists and lots of craft, painting and puzzles to keep the kids enthralled.

This summer, the giant Triton Sea Snail sculpture ‘Pacifica Australis’ by Christopher Diaz – now a permanent fixture outside the Centre – is a pointer to the exciting Summer Art Exhibition of Marine Art by this renowned sculptor, as well as paintings and drawings by local artists.

Christopher Diaz is a duo team of artists known in Europe, South America and the Pacific region for their award-winning sculptures, wall art, mosaics and paintings that capture the essence of the beauty of the marine world.

There are underwater videos set to music by marine scientist Professor Bill Gladstone and Alison O’Carroll, as well as Rockpool Rambles, talks and science to engross all ages.

11 Terrigal Drive, in Rotary Park, next to Terrigal Lagoon. Entry to the Summer Art Exhibition in the Education Space is free: 19 December to 5 February. Opening night 7pm, 19 December with music, previews and talks by Christopher Diaz. Bookings through website ccmdc.org.au/events/marine-discoverycentre-events/summer-marine-art-exhibition-opening or use the QR code

CENTRAL COAST

MARINE DISCOVERY CENTRE

The Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre boasts one-of-a-kind heritage displays and features aquariums with local species. Our wheelchair friendly facilities are located in Terrigal, next to Terrigal Rotary Park and Parklife Café. Join us for fish feeding demonstrations at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. Kids will enjoy science and craft activities while learning about our famous Sea Horses and Port Jackson Shark.

During the Summer months we will be running a variety of events for kids and family such as Rockpool Rambles and Coastal Investigator Program. Come and check out our Marine Art Exhibition to celebrate our new ‘Big Crab’ sculpture at the front of the Centre.

Open 9:30am - 3:30pm every day except public holidays. For more information about our events use the QR code.

Tel: 4385 5027 Email: inquiry@ccmdc.org.au www.ccmdc.org.au

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