SOLD OUT: Paul McCarthy Memorial Lecture with Jean-Michel Cousteau

Name: SOLD OUT: Paul McCarthy Memorial Lecture with Jean-Michel Cousteau
Start: 2026-02-06T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-06T19:30:00-05:00
Location: Sanibel Community House

Schedule

Fri Feb 06 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Sanibel Community House | Sanibel, FL

UPDATE: SOLD OUT
SCCF is pleased to welcome ocean explorer, educator, and filmmaker Jean-Michel Cousteau as the speaker for our 8th annual Paul McCarthy Memorial Lecture. The event will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6 at the Sanibel Community House, with doors opening at 5:15 p.m.
The son of French oceanographer Jacques Cousteau, Jean-Michel Cousteau has been exploring the ocean since first being “thrown overboard” by his father at the age of 7 with newly invented SCUBA gear on his back.
He has investigated the world's oceans aboard the famous Calypso and Alcyone expedition vessels; produced over 80 films and countless television specials, public service announcements, and articles; and been a dedicated advocate for need to act responsibly and preserve the fragile underwater ecosystems that are so intricately tied to all life on earth.
Honoring his heritage, Jean-Michel founded the nonprofit marine conservation and education organization Ocean Futures Society in 1999 to carry on this pioneering work. Ocean Futures Society (OFS) serves as a “Voice for the Ocean” by communicating the critical bond between people and the sea and the importance of wise environmental policy.
Jean-Michel's lecture will be a rich multimedia presentation drawing from more than 70 years of exploration. He will share a wealth of storytelling supported by award-winning historic footage, as well as stunning high-definition images from his decades of diving, discovering, and documenting the ocean world.
Light snacks and refreshments including beer, wine, and nonalcoholic drinks will be available before the lecture begins. Tickets are $20 for adults, $5 for students, and free for children 12 and under.
Get tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/jean-michel-cousteau-mccarthy-lecture