NOAA Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary invites the public to explore NOAA Ship Nancy Foster

Before embarking on the 2026 Southeast Regional Ecosystem Assessment, NOAA's Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary and NOAA Ship Nancy Foster will hold an open house on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 12- 3 p.m. In groups of 10, NOAA Ship Nancy Foster officers and Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary scientists will guide public guests throughout the vessel. Along the pier, Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, and NOAA Ship Nancy Foster will have informational booths.
Photo by Mary Quinn/NOAA