This Saturday, Wekiva Island will be closed until 5:00 p.m. for our annual Fall Egg Fest. We’d love for you to join the fun—grab your ticket and be part of the festivities. After 5:00 p.m., the Island will reopen and welcome guests as usual.
The Mike Barr Education & Learning Center
Welcome to the Mike Barr Education & Learning Center, where sustainability meets innovation in a setting designed to inspire. Explore our state-of-the-art, LEED Platinum-certified Classroom, uniquely powered by the Wekiva River, and discover a space dedicated to green education and unforgettable experiences.
The Mike Barr Education & Learning Center
Our Classroom
Did you know our Classroom is LEED Platinum* certified and is the only one of its kind in Seminole County? The Mike Barr Education & Learning Center captures the efficiency status with this mark of quality and achievement in green building — LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).
The Classroom is geothermally powered right from the wild and scenic Wekiva River, a constant 72 degrees! Our solar units on the bridge as you enter the classroom provide renewable energy for the Classroom & Boat Stalls.
The repurposed wood for the Classroom’s walls and ceilings is reminiscent of our own history (taken from the old Wekiva Marina boat stalls and bridge). To finish it off, all lights are LED, which produces 90 percent more efficient than incandescent light bulbs.
Check it out for your next event!
*LEED certification means healthier, more productive places, reduced stress on the environment by encouraging energy and resource-efficient buildings, and savings from increased building value, higher lease rates and decreased utility costs.
On The River
Sanctuary Deck
The Sanctuary Deck at Wekiva Island offers a tranquil, elevated space with stunning Wekiva River views, perfect for private gatherings in a natural, rustic setting.
On The River
Host Your Event
Looking for an eco-friendly venue for your next event? Our LEED Platinum-certified Classroom at the Mike Barr Education & Learning Center offers a unique and sustainable space. With its cutting-edge green design, it’s the perfect setting for your memorable gathering.
