Events & Exhibits > Permanent Exhibits

The Delmarva Discovery Center is a living museum, a place of discovery for visitors of all ages. Located on the Pocomoke River in downtown Pocomoke City, the Discovery Center focuses on river ecology, the history of the Pocomoke River and Delmarva. The exhibits include Native American culture, river ecology, an aquarium, touch tanks, early trade, the Steamship era, shipbuilding, market hunting, the history of commercial fishing on the bay, decoy carving and sailing. The Delmarva Discovery Center continues to add to its unique collection, offering return visitors something new to discover each time they visit.

Thanks to a generous donation from the Fulton Owen Foundation, the aquarium tank is currently under construction. Visitors to the Discovery Center can see the tank in develop. We are confident that the completed aquarium will be a highlight to your visit.

Aquarium progress:

(orange lettering indicates current step)

Step 1: Tank arrives at DDC

              Click here to see photos of the tank's arrival.

Step 2: Scenic treatment of tank

              The 6,000 gallon freshwater aquarium tank is designed to look like the underwater world of the

              Pocomoke River.
Step 3: Prep tank for fish

              Preparing a tank of this size takes time. The plumbing and filtration systems are detailed and extensive.

              The water quality must be monitored to ensure our fish will survive when placed in the tank. We have

              numerous volunteers and professionals assisting with this project to make it run as smoothly as possible.

Step 4: Fish are introduced

              The fish that will be in the tank can all be found in the Pocomoke River. Species such as Atlantic Sturgeon,

              Gar, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, and Bluegills will find their home in our tank.

Step 5: Aquarium exhibit opens

              We are excited to see this dream become a reality. The aquarium will be a great place to see the River life that can

              most times be difficult to see due to the dark color of the Pocomoke River. We hope you will enjoy it!