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Coastal Interpretive Center seeks LTAC support for exhibits, staff says funds are tourism-focused

Ocean Shores Lodging Tax Advisory Committee · October 31, 2025
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The Coastal Interpretive Center told LTAC it has federal 501(c)(3) status on file with staff and requested funds to refresh indoor and outdoor exhibits and support visitor services. The center said a loss of LTAC support would cut winter hours and reduce summer hours substantially.

Jacob, executive director of the Coastal Interpretive Center, told the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee the organization is a federal 501(c)(3) and confirmed staff had reviewed the organization's articles of incorporation. He described a recent year of digital and operational improvements — a new website (launched Oct. 3), point-of-sale and bookkeeping — and said the 2026 request focuses on visitor services and exhibit refreshes rather than routine building…

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