Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park

At Schoodic Institute, our mission is inspiring science, learning, and community for a changing

world. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we serve as Acadia National Park’s primary partner

in science and education. Together, we manage the largest of 17 National Park Service Research

Learning Centers.

Schoodic Institute’s focus is understanding environmental change taking place in Acadia and

beyond, and helping managers respond and adapt to change. Through rigorous research and

strong partnerships, we develop successful models for engaging people of all ages in science

and supporting researchers and educators. We are also creating professional pathways for earlycareer

scientists, educators, and science communicators working in conservation.