Construction making progress on new Marine Science Center Construction making progress on new Marine Science Center By Mariah Congedo | January 15, 2021 at 4:26 PM EST - Updated January 15 at 5:50 PM TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. (WTOC) - Tybee Islandâs new Marine Science Center is expected to open in just a few weeks and the old one is about empty. Itâs been a hot topic for many residents and even vacationers who are excited to see whatâs in store! About a year ago, this building was under construction and when the pandemic began it delayed some of the progress. However, all that needs to happen now is moving the animals in and getting the exhibits up.