Poseidon Memorial Reef

Poseidon Memorial Reef

Location: Offshore of Destin Beach, Florida.

The Poseidon Memorial Reef is designed as an ecological masterpiece that will over time become a living environment. It will be a place and memorial for friends and family members who have passed away or even pre-planning for themselves. Earthly remains of the departed placed within the reef will be “Resting In Peace” surrounded by an ever-changing landscape of marine life alive, vibrant, and amazingly colorful.

Poseidon Memorial Reef

The ocean is a place of beauty and bounty where adventure, boating, diving, fishing, surfing, skiing, snorkeling, swimming, and more, all take place.

The Poseidon Memorial Reef, the second underwater memorial project conceived by founder and president Gary Levine, is ecologically designed to create a vibrant reef habitat while also serving as a serene resting place for our loved ones.

For those who revel in ocean watersports or find solace in watching the sun rise or set from the shore, the Poseidon Memorial Reef holds a unique and profound significance.

Poseidon Reef Layout (Phases 1, 2 and 3)

The Mission & Vision

Through the use of innovative design and superior materials, the project aims to bring a new level of significance and meaning to the concept of memorial reefs. The Poseidon Memorial Reef Project design, more than any other memorial reef, has a habitat for all levels of the food chain. It is a breeding territory extraordinaire as a memorial reef and has the space available to expand to meet the growing needs of the project and continue its purpose for the future.

The Materials

The materials chosen for the project include Marble Statues and Custom Bronze Statues, Limestone Coral Boulders, Marine Friendly Concrete, and Steel. These materials are exceptionally durable and can withstand harsh marine environments. They are mostly very porous, allowing for the growth of coral and other marine species, creating habitats, and supporting marine life. Steel provides stability and acts as a solid substrate for marine species to grow.

The Poseidon Memorial Reef is our second project as a multi-person underwater Memorial Reef and Scattering Garden. We learned after creating the Neptune Memorial Reef that these earlier artistic designs typically lack quality habitat. This inspired the concept of an ecologically designed reef habitat and a place for “Resting In Peace” in one project.

Poseidon Memorial Reef

As a Memorial

In addition to its ecological significance, the Poseidon Reef serves as a meaningful space for honoring our loved ones. Families and friends have the option to place the ashes of their departed in personalized memorial structures incorporated into the reef. These structures are designed to blend seamlessly with the underwater habitat, creating a lasting tribute to those who love the ocean and beaches.

Furthermore, the Poseidon Reef is a sanctuary for individuals who share a deep appreciation for the sea and are seeking a distinctive setting for “Remembrance, Recognition, and Respect.” It offers a tranquil final resting place for those whose lives are “Resting In Peace” when the time of need arrives.