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Special Exhibits
On Exhibit Now
Soakin' It In: Sponge Harvesting in Florida
Explore the history of sponge fishing, growing, and sale in Florida! This exhibit on loan from the Florida Maritime Museum (FMM) highlights Gulf Coast cities that continue to play an integral role in our state's sponge trade. Objects on display include sponges from FMM's permanent collection and excerpts from the Captain Blake Banks' journals and personal photographs...all rarely publicly displayed!
Dairy Days of Manatee County
in the Livestock Room
From historic dairies of by-gone days to currently producing dairy farms, you will learn about our local dairies as well as innovations that changed the dairy industry throughout the 1900s. Children's learning activities are also included in this exhibit.
Online Exhibits
Underwater Farms: Aquaculture in Manatee County
Aquaculture has a long history in Manatee County. The process of growing aquatic animals and plants for food, restoration, and pets has evolved over the years, but continues to have a presence in the agricultural industry. Learn more about what aquaculture farms have been in Manatee County in the past and today.
This exhibit is currently online only.
View it here!
Video with 2 Docks Shellfish can be viewed on Youtube
Video Transcript
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