Manatee Village Historical Park

Schedule Your Visit

In an abundance of caution and in the best interest of our visitors and staff, Manatee Village Historical Park will be open by appointment only. At this time, appointments for self-guided tours are only available most weekdays from 9:30 - 11:30 in the morning.

Click Here to schedule a visit during January.

Click Here to schedule a visit during February.

Want to visit on other days or later in the day? Please take this quick survey to make a suggestion:

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Take a stroll back in time...

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About Us

Our mission is to preserve and share the heritage of Manatee County's founding period (1840-1918).

With free admission and 14 points of interest, this is a great way to learn about the history of Manatee County and Old Florida long before paved roads and electricity.

Hours

Due to COVID-19, our hours have changed. Visits are by appointment only.

Click Here to schedule a January visit on certain weekdays 9:30am - 11:30am.

Click Here to schedule a February visit on

certain weekdays 9:30am - 11:30am.

Want to visit on a different day or later in the day? Take our survey at the top of this page.

Location

We are located at 1404 Manatee Avenue East (SR 64) Bradenton, FL 34208.

Just look for "Old Cabbage Head," our 1913 Baldwin Locomotive, welcoming visitors to the museum.

Cost

Admission is FREE! Donations welcome. Certain special events require an admission fee.

Manatee Village Historical Park is primarily accessible for differently-abled individuals. Due to the historic nature of our buildings, visitors may be offered an alternative experience.

Manatee Village Historical Park