Welcome to The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
A global leader in the study of ecosystems in the coastal zone

Shellfish face an uncertain future in a high CO2 world
Whitman Miller discusses potential harmful effects of rising CO2 on shellfish shell formation >>

Understanding/Improving
Coastal Fisheries and Water Quality

Dr. Denise Breitburg contributes to international efforts >>


"Dig It: The Secrets of Soil"
A new exhibit exploring soil science at the
National Museum of Natural History
>>

In The News
Syracuse, New York; Post Standard
Dr. Cynthia Gilmour discusses harmful mercury affecting local fish >>


Highlights:

Focus on Current Research & Education: Blue crab migration research to inform new regulations; Mercury hot spots in the marsh, and more >>


Support our outreach and education through the

View a 90-second introductory video about SERC


Real Time meteorological data from our 120-ft. solar radiation monitoring tower.
Check the UV index for up-to-the-minute sunburn dose. Get current temperature and humidity readings.

Enjoy our trails year round!
Walk quietly through our trails and you may see fox, deer, waterfowl and much more. SERC grounds are open Monday through Saturday all year round except for national holidays. Come explore our trails and experience wildlife up close. >>

Supporting SERC:
SERC's education, outreach, and research programs rely on the support of grants, contracts, and private donations. Please consider donating today. >>

--Saturday, August 08, 9:00AM– 10:30AM
All Ages
"CONTEE FARM HISTORY HIKE"

--Saturday, August 08, 1:00PM– 3:00PM
All Ages
"Ducks, Geese, and Swans"

--Wednesday, August 12, 9:00AM– 10:30AM
Children Only
"Kids and Archaeology: Piecing Together Artifacts (Ages 8-12 yrs.)"

--Friday, August 14, 6:00PM– 8:30PM
All Ages
"SUNSET CANOE EXCURSION"



Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
P.O. Box 28 • 647 Contees Wharf Road • Edgewater, Maryland 21037-0028
443-482-2200