Historical Attractions
The Whole Family
BORING MUSEUMS
Are a Thing of the Past
Kids of All Ages Love Exploring Everything
the Bradenton Area Has to Offer
Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key is known
around the world for beautiful island beaches, sprawling
nature preserves, exciting activities, and so much more.
However, there’s so much more than outdoor adventures
to discover here. The Bradenton Area’s history and
culture is unlike anywhere else in Florida. Our history
represents Old Florida at its finest, built on the backs
of the maritime, agriculture, and railroad industries. Our
founders date back to the 1840s, but our area’s history
of human inhabitants goes back even further. We invite
you and your family to explore our history and culture
through several fun and interactive museums located
throughout Florida’s West Coast.
Learning about where we came from will give you an
even greater appreciation for where we are today, and
where we’ll be in the future. Discover how visitors of
all ages fall in love with the Bradenton Area when our
history comes alive.
Will Love
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
See a 1913 Baldwin Locomotive at
Manatee Village Historical Park.
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