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We’re honored to welcome legendary ocean explorer and filmmaker Jean-Michel Cousteau to Sanibel for our 2026 Paul McCarthy Memorial Lecture on Feb. 6!

The son of renowned French oceanographer Jacques Cousteau, Jean-Michel Cousteau has spent decades discovering, documenting, and advocating for the world’s oceans, including through his nonprofit Ocean Futures Society. Cousteau’s award-winning footage and stories will take center stage at the McCarthy Lecture, which will be held at the Sanibel Community House at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6.

🕔 Doors open at 5:15 p.m. with light refreshments
🎟 Tickets are $20 for adults, $5 students, and free for children 12 and under: https://events.humanitix.com/jean-michel-cousteau-mccarthy-lecture

Join us for an unforgettable night of storytelling and exploration through a lifetime of ocean adventures and advocacy!

📷: © Carrie Vonderhaar, Ocean Futures Society