Cat Cove Marine Laboratory
From Salem Links and Lore
The Cat Cove Marine Laboratory supports the aquaculture and marine biology programs at Salem State University. It is the home of the Northeastern Massachusetts Aquaculture Center (NEMAC). The mission of the Cat Cove Marine Laboratory is to develop research and technologies in aquaculture as well as increasing the understanding of marine organisms and ecosystems, through research, education, and outreach.
Cat Cove used to be a public swimming pool, Smith Pool, until is was closed in 1942.
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Vertical File in Salem Collection - Cat Cove Marine Lab
"Salem's Cat Cove; perpetuating state's shellfishing tradition while providing quality seafood" Salem News, July 2, 2011, p. 11
