The resources of Mallows Bay-Potomac River are easily accessed by shore and water. This site is a living laboratory for people of all ages to learn about its history, heritage, and connected ecosystem.

A group of children look through binoculars

Credit: Tracy Hajduk

Education

Mallows Bay – Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary offers a variety of free educational and fun resources for both teachers and students. From science and technology to history to learning about the environment, there is an activity just for you.

Scuba instructors teaching students in a pool

Credit: Sammy Orlando

Diving with a Purpose/National Association of Black Scuba Divers

Diving with a Purpose supports conservation and protection of submerged heritage resources by providing education, training, certification, and field experience to adults and youth in the fields of maritime archaeology and ocean conservation.