The Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA) is the major new expansion of Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. Located at Nathan Benderson Park, near University Town Center in Sarasota. It’s a $130 million, 146,000‑sq‑ft project, the largest expansion in Mote’s 70‑year history. Mote SEA is designed as a next‑generation, immersive science aquarium, featuring:State‑of‑the‑art habitats and interactive galleries. Massive shark, sea turtle, and ray exhibits — including overhead viewing tunnels. Exhibits