Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum

Connecting lifelong learners to the natural world through their love of shells and the mollusks that make them. #nonprofit #mollusks #education

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As a cautionary step to limit coronavirus spread in our Sanibel-Captiva community, we’re closed until further notice. We’ll miss you! Please be safe.

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We're so excited! Our new Living Gallery, "Beyond Shells: The Mysterious World of Mollusks," opens this Sunday, March 1. Come and explore this world with us! https://t.co/aSaqDhSbUw #ShellMuseum #BeyondShells

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Thanks for the great chat about why we love Florida travel @VISITFLORIDA. We can’t wait for you to come and explore our new aquarium experience this March! https://t.co/aSaqDhSbUw #ShellMuseum #FLTravelChat

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A7: Sanibel’s stunning seashells 💯! March is a great month to be in Sanibel for the Annual Shell Show. And for the first time, visitors can see our new aquarium experience and meet the fascinating animals that create these shells! #ShellMuseum #FLTravelChat

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A3: We’re pretty partial to the world’s best shelling beaches here on #Sanibel! Our beaches are exquisite – so many shells. Let our experts share these marvels with you on a daily beach walk from @IslandInn beachfront! #ShellMuseum #FortMyersSanibel #FLTravelChat

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A1: Finding amazing seashell treasures, right here in plain sight — if you look hard enough! And you’ll love meeting the living mollusks that create them at our #ShellMuseum. That’s why we 💗 Florida! #FLTravelChat

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Today's cool shell: Three-ridged Lucine
https://t.co/jKjEgZMVPS

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Mrs. Dalesandro's class learning about Mollusks from @ShellMuseum.

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Dwarf Tiger Lucine
https://t.co/K9YS2rawLE

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Amazing slug alert- Regal Doris
https://t.co/APIocAcH9Z

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SOS! Two spots are open for the Museum's Costa Rica Eco-Tour. If you/your friends are looking for 9 days in one of the most beautiful countries in the world, and unforgettable experiences, please sign up at the link below:
https://t.co/qY3kMMYx8n

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Not only are mollusks fun to collect for modern humans, they have been culturally significant for millennia!
https://t.co/fMH9RfRP4P

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Busy day at @SanCarlosPkEle! Who knew mollusk anatomy could be so interesting?

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Great presentation at @CrosspointeaAca today. Students studied mollusks for 5 weeks beforehand, and Miss Leigh was very impressed by their questions.

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Cool shell of the week: Stearns Dove Snail
https://t.co/rmXwucKOWS

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5th graders at @TigersSkyline were able to see the proboscis of the Lettered Olive! This is a big deal, as it rarely makes an appearance unless the mollusk is feeding. @LeeSchools

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Future scientists doing what they do best... observing! @TigersSkyline @LeeSchools

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We were so impressed by Mrs. Taylor's class at @PelicanElem this morning. These kids REALLY know their shells! @LeeSchools

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What's Museum Educator Leigh Gay's favorite mollusk? The Flamboyant Cuttle!
https://t.co/zaeC3yV72s
📸: Scott Johnson