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Feb 10

The Role of Coral Reefs

Coral Reefs are some of the most unique habitats on Earth. They are home to about 5,000 species of animal with more being discovered...

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Jan 8

FMM to reopen with new exhibits in English and Español

Cortez, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2021) – The Florida Maritime Museum (FMM) will reopen starting January 19. Phase II of the “Re-Imagination” of...

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Jan 5

Time Changes Everything

The only thing constant in life—the only thing we can anticipate will happen—is change. While change is inevitable, and often dreaded,...

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Dec 18, 2020

Phase II of the Re-Imagination Final Installation

What better way to celebrate the holiday season than the completion of a big project! The exhibition elements of Phase II of the...

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Dec 14, 2020

Taming the Depths: A History of Diving

The Ocean, specifically under its surface, is one of the most hostile habitats on earth to humans. The average person can only hold their...

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Dec 10, 2020

Florida Maritime Museum to reopen after “Re-Imagination” of Permanent Exhibits

Cortez, Fla. (Dec. 10, 2020) – The Florida Maritime Museum is pleased to announce that it will reopen to the public on Tuesday, January...

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Dec 8, 2020

Sailing through the Ages Part 3: Age of Exploration

The age of exploration refers to a period of history that spans from the early 15th century to the early 17th century. During this time,...

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Nov 23, 2020

Florida Fishing Villages: Tarpon Springs

Dotting the Florida coastline are several historic fishing villages. One such village, Tarpon Springs, lies on the coast of the Gulf of...

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Nov 20, 2020

Week 20-22 of Phase II of the Re-Imagination

The first installation of Phase II has begun! The mural featuring the schoolhouse has started to be installed as well as our interior...

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Nov 17, 2020

Sailing through the Ages Part 2: A Mediterranean Odyssey

The Mediterranean Sea has been influencing human civilization and culture for over 10,000 years. Its unique size and structure connects...

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Oct 30, 2020

Week 18 & 19 of Phase II of the Re-Imagination

As we say Happy Halloween and step into November (and a time change!) a lot of items on the Re-imagination checklist have either been...

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Oct 21, 2020

Creature Feature: Halloween edition

The Ocean is an incredible place and harbors some of the most fascinating and recognizable animals in the world. However, there are many...

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Oct 16, 2020

Week 16 & 17 of Phase II of the Re-Imagination

In the last update we shared the progress and completion of the Chickee Hut. Week 16 and 17 come with a huge project update as well! In...

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Oct 13, 2020

Understanding Ocean Currents

Like air in the atmosphere, ocean water is in perpetual motion. This movement of water forms what are known as currents. Currents can be...

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Oct 2, 2020

Week 14 & 15 of Phase II of the Re-Imagination

The most exciting progress we've made in the last two weeks is the start and completion of the new roof on the Chickee Hut. Jack C., a...

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Sep 29, 2020

Sailing through the Ages Part 1: Voyages of the Polynesians

Humans have been traversing the ocean for millennia. For numerous ancient civilizations the ocean occupies an important role in society,...

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Sep 18, 2020

Week 12 & 13 of Phase II of the Re-Imagination

In the last update we showed you some new weavings from the artist Robert Sailors that were donated by one of our neighbors in Cortez....

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Sep 11, 2020

Creature Feature: Hogfish

One of the most recognizable and sought after fish surrounding Florida is the Hogfish (Lachnolaimus maximus). Hogfish, a large unique...

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Sep 4, 2020

Week 10 & 11 of Phase II of the Re-Imagination

Week 10 & 11 of Phase II of the Re-Imagination bring some exciting new updates! Please welcome our two new staff members, Andrew Pressly...

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Aug 21, 2020

Week 9 of Phase II of the Re-Imagination

During week 9, Jennie updated and/or created 150 entries into Past Perfect putting her at a total of 1050 objects for the 9 weeks we've...

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