Manatee Village Historical Park
Hours & Location
Our Hours:
Monday–Friday, 2nd & 4th* Saturdays of the month
9 AM–4 PM
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Closed on holidays and their associated weekends.
Admission:
Admission is free; donations are appreciated
Located at:
1404 Manatee Avenue East (SR 64)
Bradenton, FL 34208
Upcoming Closures:​​​​​
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February 22 (Sat.)
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We were open Saturday, February 1 instead for Manatee History Day.
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Upcoming Saturday Openings:​​​​​​​​
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March 8
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March 22
NOTICE: Due to Hurricane Milton the Junior Junction Playground is unavailable until further notice.
The 1860 Courthouse is temporarily closed for non-storm related building maintenance.
Upcoming Events
Lecture:
Unveiling the Untold: Women on the Florida Frontier
Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 2 - 3 pm
Uncover the captivating yet often overlooked stories of women who shaped the Florida frontier. Delve into the resilience and resourcefulness of these pioneering women as they braved the wilderness, contributed to homesteading, agriculture, and community-building, and overcame myriad challenges. Join us as we gain insight into their diverse roles and how their untold tales enrich our understanding of Florida's history.
Image courtesy Manatee County Public Library Historic Digital Collections.
Cemetery Tours:
March 8 and March 22 | 10:00 AM
Join us for a free hour-long tour of the 1850 Manatee Burying Grounds led by a member of Manatee Village's staff. Tours cover different facets of life during Manatee's Founding Period (1840-1918) as well as stories of those buried in the burying grounds. Topics vary depending on the staff member leading the tour.