Member Mingle and Free Immerse Yourself Presentation: William Beebe in the Galápagos at the History of Diving Museum

On Wednesday, November 19th, the History of Diving Museum will host Dr. Jack Stein Grove as he presents on William Beebe in the Galápagos at 7 p.m.
 
2025 marks 50 years of active conservation work and research for Dr. Jack Stein Grove. Employed as a naturalist, dive master, and expedition leader across the seven seas, Jack has explored many of the most remote regions of the world’s oceans. For 7 years, he lived aboard the ship Bucanero in the Galápagos, working as a naturalist guide for the National Park Service, and doing research for the Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History and the Instituto Nacional de Pesca in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
 
His seminal book, Fishes of the Galápagos Islands, was published in 1997, and is the only comprehensive book of its kind. Today, Dr. Grove’s dedication to conservation, education, and research continues in his role as Executive Director of the East Pacific Corridor Alliance (EPCA). Join Dr. Grove as he takes us through William Beebe’s original research in the Galápagos Islands and what the islands and their creatures look like today.
 
Prior to Immerse Yourself, the Museum will hold their November Member Mingle. Museum members and potential members alike are invited to see Celebrating 20 Years Featured Exhibit and enjoy light refreshments. New members will receive a free hat or shirt, as will members that refer them. The Member Mingle takes place in the exhibits from 5:30 PM to 6:45, followed by Immerse Yourself.
 
If you are interested in attending the Immerse Yourself lecture either in-person or online via Zoom, visit divingmuseum.org to register. The Charles Darwin Research Station has also been invited to join virtually. This session will also be recorded and posted to the HDM YouTube channel. The Museum would like to thank this month's sponsors: the Misso Family and the Newton Family.
 
 The History of Diving Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in Islamorada (MM83). Divers and non-divers alike are amazed by over 5,000 years of “the quest to explore under the sea.” The Museum has 14 core exhibits plus two annual limited-time Featured Exhibits as well as a Museum Store with unique gifts. Check out DivingMuseum.org for more details, to become a member or shop online.