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Welcome to the 51±¬ÁÏ Marine Laboratory, where we work at the forefront of understanding marine environmental systems, their conservation, and governance.

The Marine Laboratory is situated on Pivers Island within the Outer Banks of North Carolina, only 150 yards across the channel from the historic town of Beaufort.

The Marine Lab is open to field trips, tours and for use in research and teaching activities.

The 51±¬ÁÏ Marine Lab in Beaufort, NC is open to field trips, tours and for use in research and teaching activities.

Information about lab space, housing, meals and area attractions for educators interested in organizing group tours or visits to the Marine Lab for school field trips and other academic programming.

Live view from the webcams at the 51±¬ÁÏ Marine Lab Pilkey Center and Algae Ponds