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Free or discounted entry for members of NARM.

Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve Learning Center

Ages 6–16 | $3
505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082, USA

Opening hours

Tuesday9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Hours can change on holidays. Check with the venue before you travel.

Photo: gtmnerr.org, via gtmnerr.org

About this place

Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) Learning Center offers an immersive introduction to the dynamic coastal ecosystems of Northeast Florida. Located within one of the most ecologically diverse estuarine reserves in the country, the center features interactive exhibits, educational displays, and hands-on learning opportunities focused on the natural and cultural history of the Guana Tolomato Matanzas watershed. Visitors can explore topics such as estuary ecology, wildlife habitats, coastal resilience, and conservation science. The Learning Center is a hub for environmental education, offering programs for students, teachers, families, and the general public. Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, the Learning Center also serves as a gateway to the Reserve’s extensive trails, scenic boardwalks, and kayak access points—making it an ideal destination for nature lovers.

If you are a member here

A membership to Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve Learning Center carries reciprocal admission, so the same card is worth free or discounted entry at other places in this program.

  • NARM in Florida Art, history and cultural institutions. Not valid within 15 miles of here.

Reciprocal programs are built for travel and most exclude places close to the one where you hold your membership, so this is worth the most when you are away from home. How reciprocal memberships work

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