SARASOTA, Fla. - For decades, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium has been a leader for not only research, but helping marine life.

On Wednesday, October 8th, Mote SEA opens its doors and their work will be on full display.

FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon got to peek inside before it opens to the public.

Walking through the doors of Mote SEA you're immediately immersed in a learning experience centered on conservation and sustainability.

What they're saying:

"Education is really at the heart of what we are doing, what is research if not sharing it with the community to make positive environmental changes with what we learn here," said Dr. Kristen Ranges the Education Manager of Mote SEA.

Three stem labs will welcome around 70,000 K-12th grade students throughout Sarasota and Manatee Count

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