The Sea Museum replaces the former Shell and Sea Museum, which was once located in the town of Le Diamant, inside the Écrin Bleu hotel. This small museum houses a collection of 2,000 shells from Martinique, other Caribbean islands, and from around the world.
It was the hotel owner who came up with the idea of showcasing his collection. Arriving in Martinique from Marseille at the age of 9, he developed a deep passion for the sea and began collecting shells at the age of 16.
With over 2,000 specimens in his possession, he decided to share them with the public. His goal? to highlight the wonders of the ocean floor, such as corals, sea urchins, fish, crustaceans, and starfish.
Plan for a 30 to 45-minute visit. There are no guided tours.
A gift shop is available on-site. You can leave with one or more of the 150 shells on offer, or choose from a selection of jewelry and handcrafted items made from shells and other marine treasures.
The museum was recently relocated to the town of Trois-Îlets, in the Village of Poterie.