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you are taking a client to the theater or catching the latest in art, the
Manatee Riverwalk District is exactly what you are looking for. |
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Discover ArtCenter Manatee, Manatee
County’s premier visual arts center featuring the artwork of many talented
local, state and national artists. Exhibitions change monthly in the three
galleries with paintings, drawings, pottery, sculpture and more. The Artists’ Market in the lobby of the
ArtCenter, features prints, cards, jewelry, pottery, vases and much more,
most by local artists. Classes and workshops are offered in pottery, drawing,
watercolor, oil painting, mosaics and more.
No matter which you choose, you’re sure to have fun. |
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| View outdoor movies at Lamb &
Sutton Park in Palmetto. Outdoor amenities at the park include
basketball courts, tennis courts, baseball/softball fields as well as a
playground for the children. |
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| The Manatee
County Central Library has three stories of
books, Internet access, videos, tapes and programs for those residents
looking for relaxation or working on that research project. |
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| For a piece of history try the Manatee Historical Village
located in East Bradenton. See a working farm, beautiful restored church and
a general store in a picturesque location. |
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| For a history lesson don't miss the Palmetto Historical Village
with Wedding Chapel in the heart of
Old Palmetto. The Wedding Chapel is a
favorite for those wishing to tie, or retie, the knot. The Village houses the original post office
and is home to the Agricultural Museum where you can explore five rooms, each
featuring an aspect of Palmetto's agricultural history. |
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| Looking for a unique place to take your client? The Manatee
Players has local talent performing year
round staging everything from popular broadway shows to entertaining
productions for children. |
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| The Palmetto Branch Library is under renovation and will offer state-of-the-art
internet access as well as the latest media resources at their Old Main
Street location. |
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| Everything under one roof! The SouthFlorida
Museum houses excellent examples of early
Florida artifacts. The Parker Aquarium
has one of the oldest living manatees in captivity, County's mascot (over age
55), Snooty the Manatee. Don't miss
the chance to join Snooty for his annual birthday party in July. Bishop
Planetarium recently underwent a massive reconstruction to update the
facility and install state-of-the art equipment. |
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Village of the Arts is the jewel
of downtown Bradenton where artists live, work and sell their wares. In 1999, the Artists Guild of Manatee, Inc.
was formed to revitalize a blighted neighborhood into a quaint, picturesque
showplace. Today, visitors can enjoy
antique shops, cappuccino bars, outdoor cafes, and festive ARTWALKS held the
first weekend of every month. |
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| For information about
downtown Bradenton cultural events contact Realize
Bradenton Inc. |
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