The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

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201 10th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 746-4131
(941) 747-2556 (fax)
Hours:
Mon - Sat from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sun from Noon to 5:00 PM
Closed Mondays

  • About

    The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature is the largest natural history museum on Florida’s Gulf Coast and is located right in the heart of downtown Bradenton. The Bishop is also home to The Planetarium that features an all-digital projection system, and the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat.

  • Member Events

    Stelliferous Ancient Skies: Chinese Astronomy

    Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
    Uncover the intricacies in the lunar calendar as we approach the Year of the Snake! ...read more

    Sidewalk Astronomy

    Friday Mar 7, 2025
    Join us under the stars for a night of delicious bites and celestial sites! ...read more

    An Evening with Matt Venuti: AmeriCosmos

    Wednesday Apr 9, 2025
    Join us for immersive and awe-inspiring live music and a visual voyage through the heart of nature, sound depths, and space's vastness—experience AmeriCosmos at ...read more

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