The marine center has many educational displays, exhibits, and aquaria focusing on Louisiana's coastal processes. A number of preplanned activities are available to school groups, scouts, churches, and civic organizations. The program also hosts a number of teacher training workshops and Elderhostel programs. Everyone visiting may enjoy a wide range of activities from exploring the microscopic world of plankton in the lab to venturing into the local saltmarsh.
Field trips are in high demand and planning in advance helps assure availability.