This exhibit introduces some early MBL scientists who brought together microscopy, marine organisms, research, and teaching over the years.
Many others joined them, and this selection gives a glimpse of the discovery that ensued.
![stars in jars](/sites/default/files/styles/full_width_970px_wide_/public/2024-02/stars.png?itok=Y8c4YfIA)
Sea star specimens in jars
With help from Shane Jinson, Rudolf Oldenbourg, Louis Kerr, Karl Matlin, and Matthew Person.
![A woman collecting specimens on a boat, 1890](/sites/default/files/styles/full_content/public/2024-07/woman_boat.jpg?itok=3X5yUB32)
Collecting specimens on a boat, 1890
![Four old books stacked next to each other](/sites/default/files/styles/full_width_970px_wide_/public/2024-07/books.jpg?itok=1t8UuLdP)
Photograph courtesy of Matthew Person