Florida Maritime Museum

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

All of human history traces back to water. Explore Florida’s rich maritime heritage from pre-Columbian settlements to the modern era. FMM is housed in a 1912 Schoolhouse in the historic fishing village of Cortez. Open Tues-Sat 9am–4pm Free Admission

Phone: 941-708-6120

Address:

4415 119th Street West, Cortez 34215

Website: manateeclerk.com/historical/MaritimeMuseum.aspx

Cortez Village Historical Society

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

The Cortez Historical Society has been around since 1985, with the Cultural Center opening February, 2016. The new Center houses historic photographs & information about Cortez, as well as the genealogy of families that lived & are still living here.

Phone: 941-705-4656

Address:

11655 Cortez Rd, Cortez 34215

Website: cortezvillagehistoricalsociety.org

Island Gallery West

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

Located next to Trolley Stop 15, Island Gallery West offers original art by 28 talented local and regional artists — paintings, mixed media, photography, jewelry, pottery, stained glass + more. Gallery hrs. are Mon. — Sat., 10 AM-5 PM.

Phone: 941-778-6648

Address:

5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach 34217

Website: islandgallerywest.com

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is the remarkable legacy of circus entrepreneur, collector of art & financier, John Ringling & his wife, Mable. The 66-acre estate included the Museum of Art, the Venetian-Gothic Ca’d’Zan Mansion

Phone: 941-359-5700

Address:

5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota 34243

Website: ringling.org

Anna Maria Island Historical Society

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

Family fun at the Historical Park, visit the museum, scavenger hunts for the kids and a waterfront park to relax in.

Phone: 941-778-0492

Address:

402 Pine Ave, Anna Maria 34216

Website: amihs.org

Anna Maria Island Art League

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

The Anna Maria Island Art League holds monthly art exhibitions and offers adult and children’s art classes. The Art League also puts on the annual arts and crafts festivals Winterfest and Springfest. For more information: www.islandartleague.org

Phone: 941-778-2099

Address:

5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach 34217

Website: islandartleague.org/

Artists Guild Gallery of Anna Maria

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

A shopping destination for over 20 years, members of the Artists’ Guild run this non-profit gallery featuring local artists’ original art in a variety of media, prints, jewelry, baskets, pottery, cards & AMI keepsakes. Come meet an artist!

Phone: 941-778-6694

Address:

5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach 34217

Website: amiartistsguildgallery.com

ArtCenter Manatee

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

Founded in 1937, premier center for art, art education & unique gifts. Featuring 3 galleries with exhibits that change monthly; over 350 day, evening and weekend art classes & workshops for adults; KidsArt Summer Camps & After School Programs & more!

Phone: 941-746-2862

Address:

209 9th St W, Bradenton 34205

Website: artcentermanatee.org

Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Fun and Leisure   Galleries and Museums  

Largest Natural & Cultural History Museum on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Includes the all digital Planetarium & the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat

Phone: 941-746-4131

Address:

201 10th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205

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