The education division (ED) of the department of marine resources (DMR) is located at the agencyswest boothbay harbor laboratory

The division requests funding to offer aquatic resources education(are) for the general public, educators, school groups, and other audiences within the state of maine. The divisions purpose is to build awareness and understanding about maines marine environment andits fisheries. IT comprises the maine state aquarium (MSA), adjacent learning lab (a public learningspace and classroom), and burnt island (BI) with historic lighthouse with education center. Whenaudiences visit these facilities, they learn about maines marine resources through educational exhibitsand programs that focus on regional species, resource conservation, sport fishing, climate change, marine debris, and coastal stewardship. Educational services are also offered through outreachprograms across the state, with educational materials available to teachers, students, and the publicupon request and on our website. ED programs and facilities reflect the mission of the agency toprovide education about the maines marine resources, scientific research and monitoring, andconservation practices to protect saltwater species and the marine environment. The education directorwill coordinate and support projects to inform and communicate with audiences about aquaticresources education. The education division will provide outreach about aquatic resources educationto participants, attendees, digital users, etc.