Sarasota - Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory is one of the oldest marine research laboratories in Florida. We opened our doors as the Cape Haze Marine Laboratory in Placida, Florida, in 1955. The Lab was later renamed to honor a major benefactor, William R. Mote and the contributions he and his family made to helping us grow — both in size and reputation. Today, we are located on City Island in Sarasota, Florida, with field stations in eastern Sarasota County and the Florida Keys. Our scientists conduct research on all seven continents.