Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park

Schoodic Institute is based within Acadia National Park in a bold physical and inspirational location at Schoodic Point. The Institute supports science and education initiatives throughout the Park and the region and partners with the National Park Service to manage the Schoodic Education and Research Center campus. The mission of Schoodic Institute is to guide present and future generations to greater understanding and respect for nature by providing research and learning opportunities through its outstanding Acadia National Park setting, unique coastal Maine facilities, and innovative partnership programs. Schoodic Institute and Acadia National Park are national leaders in the development of new techniques to involve the public in science and conservation. Schoodic Institute deliberately and tightly intertwines education with research. We support scientific research of importance to the Park, provide professional development for teachers, and educate students to become a new generation of stewards who will help conserve our natural and cultural treasures. Visitors can learn more in the Welcome Center located in Rockefeller Hall at 9 Atterbury Circle, open 7 days a week in summer and weekdays year-round.