To further the knowledge of Citrus County history through the preservation of and the identification, the collection, the conservation and interpretation of artifacts and materials documenting the historic and pre-historic of human habitation of this geographical area.

Provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources.

Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park showcases some of Florida's loveliest landscape surrounding the headwaters of the Homosassa River. The 210-acre park is home to native Florida wildlife including the endangered West Indian Manatees, Red Wolves, Florida Panther, Key deer, Whooping Cranes and much more.

To Provide educational information to the K-12 students who visit the marine science station to study estuarine ecology.