Discover live outdoor concerts, delicious food, and ocean views at Music by the Sea 2025 in Rye, NH. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy summer nights filled with great music and community fun!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, as the event involves minimal physical exertion.
Wildlife
History
The Seacoast Science Center is located on the grounds of Odiorne Point, a site with historic Fort Dearborn remnants dating back to the early 20th century.
Conservation
The Center actively promotes coastal habitat preservation and encourages sustainable practices to protect marine wildlife.
Seacoast Science Center
Discover live outdoor concerts, delicious food, and ocean views at Music by the Sea 2025 in Rye, NH. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy summer nights filled with great music and community fun!
Seacoast Science Center, located in Rye, New Hampshire at Odiorne Point State Park, is a regional marine education facility focused on the Gulf of Maine and coastal ecosystems. The Center offers a mix of hands-on exhibits, aquariums, and touch tanks designed to introduce visitors of all ages to local marine life. Naturalist-led programs guide guests through tide pools, salt marshes, and rocky shore habitats to observe wildlife and learn responsible stewardship practices.
Programming includes family-focused events such as Big Fish Little Fish PLAY DAY for ages 0–5, seasonal Nature Programs exploring diverse habitats, and Music by the Sea — a summer concert series that combines live music with the Center’s outdoor setting. For on-water experiences, the Center partners with local organizations to present Wildlife Kayak Tours and SHEA Wildlife Kayak Tours that highlight estuary ecology and responsible wildlife viewing. Isles of Shoals Excursions provide longer marine and coastal ecology trips departing from nearby Pepperell Cove for ages 8 and up.
Seacoast Science Center also supports educators through SSC Workshops & Webinars, offering professional learning and classroom resources. Admission options include General Admission, Pass Holder Admission, and member-specific entry for SSC Member Admission. Each offering emphasizes education, conservation, and direct engagement with coastal environments to inspire protection of marine ecosystems.
Location
Rye, NH
Odiorne Point State Park
Isles Excursions
Seasonal departures
5-hour marine ecology trips
Program Types
Family & Educator
Workshops, tours, play days
Seasonal Events
Summer programming
Concerts, kayak tours, nature programs
Reserve general admission, join a kayak tour, or book seats for Music by the Sea — hands‑on marine learning and coastal adventures await.
Bring Your Own Seating
Lawn chairs or blankets are recommended as seating is not provided on-site.
Arrive Early to Explore Exhibits
Arriving early gives you time to visit the Science Center’s exhibits before the concert begins.
Check Weather Forecast
Bring a light jacket or layers as coastal evenings can get cool and breezy.
Parking Can Fill Up Fast
Consider carpooling or arriving early to secure parking close to the venue.
Lawn Chair or Blanket
For comfortable seating during outdoor concerts.
summer
Light Jacket or Layers
To stay warm during cool coastal evenings.
summer
Insect Repellent
Helps protect against mosquitoes during evening events.
summer
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated while enjoying the outdoor setting.
summer