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2009 Sanibel Shell Fair and Show
February 17, 2009
Come and see the largest and longest running shell show in the world. Hosted by the Sanibel Community Association and the Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club, this popular show attracts shell enthusiasts from all over the world. Here's a list of some of the things you'll see and experience:
  • Scientific and artistic competitions (amateur and professional)
  • Rare Shells
  • Shell jewelry and arts and crafts
  • Workshops and demonstrations
  • Food vendors
  • Authors' table and book signing

What: Sanibel Shell Fair and Show.

When: March 5 - 7, 2009. Hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday & Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Where: Sanibel Community House 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island.

Cost: Shell fair is free. $3 charge for shell show admission which houses juried art and scientific exhibits.

Parking: Free.

Sanibel and Captiva Islands are world famous for their shelling opportunities, and March is a great time to schedule a shelling trip. Once you visit Sanibel, you'll fall in love with this unique gulf coast island; there's no place like it.


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Shell collecting is full of wonderful surprises, like finding both halves of a bivalve still attached.
Credit: David McRee, VISIT FLORIDA Beaches Expert
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