Stage scene with performers: traditional-dressed dancers on the left, a line of students in white and black shirts in the center, and a woman at a podium with microphones on the right against a green backdrop.

International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem

01, August 2026

“Inspiring Young Minds to Protect Our Blue-Green Planet.”

Children's Day celebration

01, october 2025

“Inspiring Young Minds to Protect Our Blue-Green Planet.”

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What began as seeds full of potential has now blossomed into young, thriving trees.

“Together With Mangroves” Children and Youth Environmental Society

SEPTEMBER, 29 2024

LANKA MANGROVE MUSEUM

Open on
Weekdays – 8.00 AM to 5.00 PM
Saturday – 8.00 AM to 1.00 PM

This is the Main Building of the Lanka Mangrove Museum Entrance

Welcome to the World of Mangroves

We are Closed On Poya Days & Sundays

Awareness program for environmental pioneers at Lurdu Maha Vidyalaya, Nattandiya, promoting eco-consciousness and sustainability among students. Ms. Karen Peterson, Seacology Sri Lanka Project Manager, visits Lanka Mangrove Museum on September 16, 2023, to explore mangrove conservation efforts. Awareness program for office bearers and their families of the Land Reform Commission Head Office, Colombo, focusing on environmental conservation. Awareness program for Pannala National School students on mangrove conservation.

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Programmes

FOR SCHOOL KIDS

Mangroves are home to a vast array of plants and animals, some of which are found nowhere else on Earth. By learning about mangroves, children can gain an understanding of biodiversity and the interconnectedness of different species.

Awareness program for Visakha Vidyalaya Colombo students on mangrove conservation. Awareness program for Janadhipathi Vidyalaya Nattandiya students on mangrove conservation. Awareness program for St. Mary's College Chilaw students on mangrove conservation. Awareness program for Visakha Vidyalaya Colombo students on mangrove conservation.

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"Together with Mangroves

Teenage
Environmental
Society"

“Traditional fishing gear displayed at the Lanka Mangrove Museum and Learning Center, showcasing traditional fishing methods and equipment.
Mangrove specimen section at the Lanka Mangrove Museum and Learning Center, displaying preserved mangrove specimens for educational and research purposes
Mangrove specimen section at the Lanka Mangrove Museum and Learning Center, displaying preserved mangrove specimens for educational and research purposes
Auditorium 2 at the Lanka Mangrove Museum and Learning Center, a venue used for meetings and educational activities

Lanka Mangrove Museum

Welcome to the Lanka Mangrove Museum, a unique and fascinating exhibition space that celebrates the world’s first museum dedicated to mangroves. We are dedicated to promoting awareness and understanding of mangrove forests, their vital ecological functions, and their cultural significance.

As you enter the museum, you’ll be immersed in a vibrant and interactive environment, designed to transport you to the heart of the mangrove forest. The exhibits showcase the incredible diversity of plant and animal life that thrives in this dynamic environment, as well as the unique adaptations that have evolved to cope with the challenges of living in such a harsh and ever-changing habitat.

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Greetings and welcome to the museum tour! In this tour, we will take you on a journey through our collection of exhibits, showcasing some of the most fascinating preservations.
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Did you Know?

Lumnitzera littorea

Most common Mangrove sp in Sri Lanka

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Sonneratia caseolaris

Is reported as the largest mangrove tree in Sri Lanka

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Scylla serrata

Largest crab found in mangroves. Grows up to 25 centimeters

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Xylocarpus granatum

This is species produces the largest mangrove fruit

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Our library aims to provide a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in learning more about these vital ecosystems. 

Whether you are a scientist, a student, or simply an interested reader, the books in this library will provide a deeper understanding of the unique and important role that mangroves play in our world.

ලංකා කඩොලාන කෞතුකාගාරය බලන්න යමු ද?

Welcome to the Lanka Mangrove Museum, a unique and fascinating exhibition space that celebrates the world’s first museum dedicated to mangroves. We are dedicated to promoting awareness and understanding of mangrove forests, their vital ecological functions, and their cultural significance.

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 By becoming a volunteer, you have the opportunity to contribute directly to the conservation of mangrove ecosystems, ensuring their longevity for future generations

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