Location

201 10th St. W | Bradenton FL 34205
Click here for driving directions

Current Hours

Tuesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 noon to 5 p.m.

The Museum is closed on Mondays during some months. Click here for detailed days of operation. The facility is also closed Saturday, November 3, 2012 for the Snooty Gala, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

Family Night at the Museum

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We know that you love to visit the museum. We also know that you are always looking for new ways to learn and explore with your family, whether you are interested in astronomy, natural history, archaeology, anthropology, manatees, or any of the multitudes of areas covered in the museum. And so we are happy to present Family Night at the Museum.

The first Saturday of MOST months presents a whole new way to explore the museum. Each program offers something new to see and do. It could be a family-friendly film or maybe a live performance. Then there might be a scavenger hunt through the museum or perhaps some hands-on activities. One thing is for sure - it'll be fun and educational.

If the planetarium is your thing, take in an old-fashioned Live Star Talk (7 pm) and learn how to find the planets and constellations that are up that month, then check out one of our latest space shows at 7:30. And, if you are in the mood, stick around 'til later for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Show.

And of course, the aquarium is open so that you can visit with the manatees and our animal care team will offer a presentation at 6 p.m.

Food is available for a nominal price.

The museum is open until 8 pm and admission is half price after 4pm.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame planetarium show runs from 8:15 to 9 pm.

Please note: Family Night at the Museum programs may vary due to other special events and Museum programs. When planning your next visit, please be sure to check this web page to view the upcoming scheduled events and Family Night themes.

NO Family Night April 7th. -

  Enjoy your seasonal celebrations! We hope to see you in May.

 

Fun With Photography! -

Saturday, May 5, 4-8 p.m.
Kids photography workshop in the planetarium theater at 4:15 and a chance to see your photo on the planetarium dome at 6:15! Fun photography activities and crafts in the planetarium lobby from 4-7.Admission is half price after 4 p.m. ($8 Adults, $6 children ages 4-12, children ages 3 and younger are admitted for free with a paying adult.) Members receive free admission. Food available for a nominal price. No reservations required.

 

Kids' Kooky Science -

Saturday, June 2, 2012
4-8 p.m
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Join us for a screening of the full length film Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius in Planetarium Theater at 4:15. Fun science activities and crafts in the planetarium lobby from 4-7. Admission is half price after 4 p.m. ($8 Adults, $6 children ages 4-12, children ages 3 and younger are admitted for free with a paying adult.) Members receive free admission. Food available for a nominal price. No reservations required.