Exhibits
wells national estuarine research reserveThe Maine Coastal Ecology Center and the historic Laudholm farmhouse contain exhibits that provide visitors with a window on the world of coastal science — and a glimpse through the history of the Wells Reserve’s historic site.
Maine Coastal Ecology Center
Exhibits in the Maine Coastal Ecology Center explain how Wells Reserve researchers investigate estuarine environments and how the results of those investigations influence coastal management. They focus on salt marshes and tides, tidal restrictions, watersheds and water quality, plankton, fishes of the estuary, and research techniques.
In the Big House
Our original exhibits, placed soon after the historic buildings of Laudholm Farm were renovated, touch on several aspects of the Wells Reserve mission. Special attention is given to habitats and wildlife, sea level rise, and the history of the site.
The Changing Ecology and Landscape of Coastal Maine
Coming in Spring 2011 — Our new exhibits will explore how our landscape formed naturally over thousands of years and how that landscape both shapes and is shaped by the people who inhabit it.
Learn more about our new exhibits
Contact Hannah Wilhelm, Exhibits Associate, 207-646-1555 ext 117.
Exhibit Hours
- Monday to Friday
- 10am to 4pm
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Memorial Day Weekend through Columbus Day
Monday to Saturday - 10am to 4pm
- Sunday
- 12pm to 4pm
