Located next to the marina, the center features exhibits on the natural and human history of the Olympic and Kitsap Peninsulas and Grays Harbor. Displays depict native fish, shellfish, birds, animals, plants and land use concerns.

Open during summer months only.

Location: 1013 Catala Ave SE, Ocean Shores Washington 98569 Telephone 360-289-4617

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming Washington Events Are: Lantern Tours at the Fort Vancouver continuing Red Wine and Chocolate, Yakima Valley Yakima February 13 thru February 15 Lighted Boat Parade and Crab Pot Christmas Tree Ilwaco December 5 Holiday Festival of the Arts Bellingham continuing thru December 4 Fall Wreath and Barrel Tasting Wenatchee November 27 thru November 29

Other upcoming events include: Festival of Chimes and Lights Port Orchard December 5 Christmas Lighting Festival Leavenworth December 4 thru December 6 Red Wine and Chocolate, Yakima Valley Yakima February 13 thru February 15 Best of Broadway Series: Annie (a new musical) Yakima February 9 thru February 11 Lantern Tours at Fort Vancouver Vancouver January 9 thru January 23