The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, Bradenton

About The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Bradenton invites visitors to explore interactive exhibits spanning science, nature, and space. The museum's planetarium features a 50-foot full-dome theater offering immersive virtual voyages through the cosmos. The Mosaic Backyard Universe provides hands-on learning where visitors experiment and discover scientific principles in an interactive space that includes a tree house. Florida's natural history unfolds through exhibits tracing the state from prehistoric times to the present, showcasing creatures from those ancient eras. The Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat, modeled after a cypress spring, houses rescued manatees recovering from illness or injury. Visitors witness the rehabilitation work firsthand and learn about conservation challenges these animals face. The museum suits curious learners of all ages through engaging programs and exhibits designed to spark interest in archaeology, nature, and space exploration. General admission provides all-day access to open galleries, special exhibitions, the Mosaic Backyard Universe, the manatee habitat, and planetarium shows.