The Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel joined in a historic “shellebration” by shattering the world record for the largest human image of a seashell.
A record breaking 1,093 registered participants came together on the shore behind Outrigger Beach Resort on Fort Myers Beach to form an enormous seashell, verified by a Guinness World Records™ adjudicator on site.
Now in its third year, National Seashell Day coincides with June 21, the first day of summer, as a way to spotlight the joy of shelling with the perfect summer getaway.
The Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel are renowned for their largely undeveloped coastline and commitment to land preservation, exemplified by the bounty of shell species found along these shores. The only museum in the U.S. dedicated entirely to seashells can be found on Sanibel Island, exhibiting thousands of rare specimens native to Southwest Florida. Shells have long attracted artists, writers and innovators to Lee County, inspiring visitors to connect with nature by celebrating these gifts from the sea.
