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South Florida Museum

Natural history museum in Bradenton with planetarium, manatee habitat, and interactive learning spaces.

About

South Florida Museum sits in downtown Bradenton and serves the Gulf Coast with exhibits spanning natural history, science, and local wildlife. The museum houses a 50-foot full-dome planetarium for immersive shows, a Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat where you can see rescued manatees up close, and the Mosaic Backyard Universe interactive learning space designed for hands-on exploration. The museum runs programs year-round including Science Camp for kids, student field trips, adult group tours, and Laser Light Nights. It's the largest natural history museum on Florida's Gulf Coast and operates as a nonprofit, making it a resource for school groups, families, and curious adults across the Tampa Bay region and beyond.