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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, certain to
appeal to visitors. 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 Main 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 Southwest Florida 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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