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Help Build the Florida Shelling Museum – We’re creating a one-of-a-kind Shell Museum in the Florida Keys — a vibrant, hands-on space to celebrate the beauty, science, and stories of shells and the sea. From coral coastlines to fossil treasures, we want to share Florida’s natural wonders with everyone.

But we can’t do it without your support!

Why Donate?

  • Help us build a permanent, brick-and-mortar museum in the heart of the Keys

  • Inspire kids, families, and tourists through education and conservation

  • Preserve rare and beautiful shells from around the world

  • Support a local nonprofit focused on nature, art, and discovery

  • Be part of something that will make waves for generations

Want to Donate Shells?

We’d love to include your shells in our collection!
Please note: shells will not be returned.
To donate, fill out the contact form

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Close-up of a large seashell on wet sand with small bubbles, illuminated by warm sunlight.
Fossil shells displayed in a museum exhibit with labels detailing species and extinction status.
Side view of a large extinct animal skull with prominent canine teeth against a dark background.
Group of people working at computers in an office environment with natural light through large windows.

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Seashell Museum Startup Campaign

Seashell Sanctuary: Miami or Ft. Lauderdale

  • Building Size: 3,000 sq ft (small museum + shop + activity room)

  • Land Purchase or Lease (urban/suburban): $500,000 – $1M

  • Construction & Interior Build: $750,000 – $1.5M

  • Permits/Architect Fees: $75,000

  • Exhibits/Displays: $100,000

  • Startup Staffing/Marketing/Inventory: $150,000

  • Total Budget Estimate: $1.6M – $2.8M

Make an impact today

Support our mission by contributing a donation.

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