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Thank You For Supporting Our Mission!

The Coastal Interpretive Center educates the public about the natural and cultural history of Washington’s Pacific coast, and inspires the joy and wonder of nature.

Ways To Help

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Contribute to our future by voting on key topics, receive a 10% discount at our bookstore, free admission, and support hands-on learning that inspires the joy and wonder of nature.

 

WORK WITH US

  • Guides (no experience required; we’ll train you)
  • Outreach and fundraising
  • Committee participation
  • Speakers, teachers, presenters
  • Writers and photographers
VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
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Donations help us keep the Center open

SUPPORT US

  • Exhibit curation and trail stewardship
  • Children and adult educational programs
  • Docent-led school field trips
  • Nature and history kiosks
  • Science modules for elementary schools
  • Building our online presence
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Other Ways to Contribute

  • Donate items to our annual garage sale
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  • Business and individual sponsorships for special programming
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1033 Catala Ave SE,
Ocean Shores, WA 98569
360-289-4617

Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 10:00am to 4:00pm
Closed Monday - Friday


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The Skulls & Evolution Exhibit features a selection of skulls from animals native to the Washington Coast. Discover how these animals relate to one another and how functions like eating affect shape their skull structure.

This Exhibit will be on display through January 28, 2024.