PALMETTO HISTORICAL PARK

PALMETTO, FL

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Palmetto Historical Park is a charming open-air museum located in the heart of Palmetto, Florida. The park spans over 10 acres and features a variety of historic buildings and exhibits that showcase the area's rich history.

One of the main attractions of the park is the 1914 Carnegie Library, which was the first public library in Manatee County. Visitors can explore the restored interior of the building and learn about the library's role in the community's development.

Other notable buildings on the site include the 1880 Old Schoolhouse, the 1903 Settlers House, and the 1920s Palmetto Post Office. Each of these buildings has been carefully restored and furnished with period-appropriate artifacts, allowing visitors to step back in time and experience life as it was in the early days of Palmetto.

In addition to the historic buildings, the park also features a replica Seminole chickee hut and a Seminole dugout canoe, providing insight into the area's indigenous history.

Palmetto Historical Park also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including the annual Heritage Festival, which features live music, food, and craft vendors, as well as historical demonstrations and reenactments.

Overall, Palmetto Historical Park is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of the Palmetto area.

PALMETTO HISTORICAL PARK is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PALMETTO FL. US MID #8401200066

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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PALMETTO HISTORICAL PARK
515 10TH AVE W
PALMETTO
FL
34221

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PALMETTO HISTORICAL PARK Information

MID # 8401200066
Name PALMETTO HISTORICAL PARK
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 27.516097, -82.576056
CODES FIPS State Code: 12
FIPS County Code: 081
US Census Tract: 001300
US Census Block: 1080