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Large oak tree shades courtyard with church, picnic tables, and gazebo.

Manatee Village Historical Park

Welcome to

Discover the rich history of Manatee County through our 15 points of interest, including the oldest building from 1860. Stroll through our carefully preserved structures and immerse yourself in the stories that shaped our past from 1840 to 1918.

Our Hours:

Monday–Friday, 2nd & 4th

Saturdays of the month

9 AM – 4 PM​​

Located at:

1404 Manatee Avenue East (SR 64), Bradenton, FL 34208

Admission:

Admission is free; donations are appreciated

Ready to Explore? 

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Manatee Village Historical Park Turns 50!

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 10 am - 2 pm

Please help us celebrate our 50th anniversary by attending out "50 Years at the Village' event on July 11th! More details and ways you can celebrate with us coming soon!​

Historic schoolroom, PLAN YOUR VISIT, American flag, blackboard with ABC.
EXHIBITS & GROUNDS text over rustic historic building interior with wooden barrel.
Old tombstone in foggy cemetery with text '1850 MANATEE BURYING GROUND'.
Interior with antique pump organ, chair, and 'BECOME A VOLUNTEER' text.
White historic building with steeple, FIELD TRIPS text, surrounded by trees
Vintage books on shelves, 'RESEARCH LIBRARY' text clearly visible.

Upcoming Events

Lecture:

The History of Tropicana

Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 2 - 3 pm

Join the Manatee County Agricultural Museum at Manatee Village Historical Park for a fascinating journey into the rise of Tropicana and the citrus legacy that shaped our region. Get an in-depth look at Tropicana’s founder and man behind the iconic carton, Anthony T. Rossi, and discover how his journey from taxicab driver to tomato farmer shaped Tropicana’s global brand today.

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Limited availability of 30 persons. First come first served. Free to the public.

Tickets available at 12:30pm in the Wiggin's Store.

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Please note that visitors to Manatee Village Historical Park may be photographed or videotaped during their visit. These photos/videos may be used for marketing, advertising, or public relations purposes without compensation.

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Manatee Village Historical Park is part of the Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller Historical Resources Department. This program is offered in conjunction with the Manatee County Historical Commission, Inc.

 

About the Clerk’s Office

The Clerk of Circuit Court was established as a public trustee by the Florida Constitution in 1838. The Clerk of the Circuit Court serves as the Clerk of Courts, the Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners, Auditor, Recorder, and Custodian of all County Funds. In Manatee County, the Clerk’s office also administers a local child support enforcement program, violence protection advocacy program, Manatee Teen Court, and the preservation of historical resources through its historical resources department. Located at 1115 Manatee Avenue West in downtown Bradenton, the Courthouse is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Please be sure to visit our website at www.manateeclerk.com and sign up for our electronic newsletter at https://bit.ly/DigitalBriefSignUp.

Manatee Village Historical Park

manatee.village@manateeclerk.com

941-749-7165

1404 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208, USA

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