Bewildering Biofacts: Whelk Eggs and Mermaid Purses

Some may find the word “biofact” bewildering, but the Museum promises clarity, enlightenment and fun that’ll inspire curiosity each week! Visitors will explore biological artifacts such as bones, fur, eggs, and shells; learn what they reveal about area wildlife; and create biofact replicas to take home.

The beach is a great place to discover cool shells and odd treasures such as whelk eggs and mermaid purses. During this program, master how to identify them and learn fun facts about these beach oddities.