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The Manatee Village Historical Park is a proud partner of Realize Bradenton. Joining arts, culture and heritage to make downtown Bradenton a unique place to live, work and visit.

Location: 1404 Manatee Avenue East, Bradenton, Florida 34208

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Second & Fourth Saturdays: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

Phone Number: (941) 749-7165
Fax Number: (941) 708-5924
E-mail: Manatee Village
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Manatee Village Historical Park is closed New Year's Eve, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day Weekend, 4th of July Holiday, Labor Day Weekend, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Weekend, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Upcoming Special Events

Pine Needle Baskets with Diane Hayward
A “Make & Take” Class … Saturday, June 8, 2013 from 1- 4:30 pm, at Manatee Village Historical Park

You can create a finished pine needle basket!
FEE: $25*
Class size minimum 5; Class maximum 10 Suitable for ages 13 to 100+ years
*Fee includes pine needles & all other supplies
Please preregister to:
(741(941) 741-- 4075 34075 by June 3

Pine Needle weaving is a very old art which the Native Americans did many thousands of years ago. Diane became interested in pine needle weaving three years ago, when her neighbor, in North Carolina, showed her pine needle pieces she had made. Though her neighbor wouldn't sell her a piece, she offered to teach her how to make them. Diane enjoys the hobby because of the great creativity it offers. She collects her own pine needles and many of the baskets have a pottery piece in the bottom which she also makes, so it is a one-of-a-kind gift

Spirit Voices from Old Manatee
Production Call - Outdoor Historical Drama Returns This Fall

Your rendezvous with the past awaits … Manatee Village Historical Park is pleased to announce the 2013 production dates for season III of Spirit Voices from Old Manatee. This year’s popular living history production brings new characters to the limelight with insights into the haunting tales of the settlers of the Manatee lands. Shows will be staged at the 1850 Old Manatee Burying Grounds and Manatee Village Historical Park in Bradenton, Florida on the nights of: October 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18 and19. Tickets will go on sale on September 1, 2013.

Auditions will take place in August. To get on the email list to receive updates about audition dates, times, roles available and casting commitments, please contact Christine Brown, Special Events Coordinator at christine.brown@manateeclerk.com or call Manatee Village Historical Park at (941) 741-4075. Please note: These are not paid roles. Talent will be acknowledged in credits. Volunteer actors and actresses with theatrical or performance experience in outdoor venues are encouraged to apply. An appreciation of local history and heritage are a prerequisite.

Produced by: Manatee County Historical Commission and R. B. “Chips” Shore, Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Department of Historical Resources

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General admission is free, donations are greatly appreciated. Certain special events require an admission fee. Contact Park staff for details.

Manatee Village Historical Park is primarily handicapped accessible. Due to the historic nature of some of our buildings, visitors may be offered an alternative experience. Call or e-mail for more information.

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