• Overview

    Every visit begins with Marion's gardens, award winning gardens which surround the parking lot and line the walkway to the main building. You will pass hundreds of native plants, each chosen to attract pollinators. Most of the plants are labeled for your information.


    We are open weekends throughout the Fall and Winter for self-guided tours of all the Institute's facilities. In the Spring and Summer, we offer naturalist-led programs including back bay boat rides, paddleboarding, kayaking, live animal interactions, family entertainment and guided beach & dune walks. Visit our events section for more information on schedules. 


    Facility Features: Tidepool Museum Shop specializing in nature books, gifts and clothing. Elevated Marsh Walkway, Dock, Marshview Hall, Diller Coastal Exhibit, Terrapin Station, Aquarium, Salt Marsh Trail, Observation Tower, Bike racks, picnic and rest areas.


    Free parking; building handicap accessible.

  • Amenities

    • ADA Compliant
    • Meeting Facilities
    • Restrooms
    Activities
    • Birding
    • Self-guided tours
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    •  Dining

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    •  Lodging

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    •  Activities

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      • Irish Fall Festival
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      • Hereford Inlet Lighthouse Birthday Celebration
        May. 11, 2024
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      • National Lighthouse Day
        Aug. 7, 2024
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      • Tri the Wildwoods Triathlon and Wild Child Triathlon
        Aug. 24, 2024
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      • North Wildwood Christmas in July with Santa Claus
        Jul. 20, 2024
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      • National Marbles Tournament
        Jun. 20, 2024
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      • The Wildwoods Food & Music Festival
        Sep. 7, 2024
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      •   Activities

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      •   Lodging

        Sun 'N' Sand Motel
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        609-368-2722
        View >
      •   Activities

        Harbor Square Theatre
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        609-830-3566
        View >
      •   Activities

        Performing Arts Center of Middle Township
        1.8 MI
        609-463-1924
        View >
      •   Lodging

        Reeds at Shelter Haven
        1.8 MI
        609-368-0100
        View >
      •   Lodging

        Stone Harbor Inn
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        609-368-4422
        View >
      •   Lodging

        Lark Motel
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        609-368-2500
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      •   Lodging

        Colonial Lodge
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