UPCOMING
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Upcoming Events and Programs
​​It Takes a Village: The Story of the Florida Maritime Museum
November 24, 2025 (3-4PM) @ Palmetto Branch Library
Learn about the history of the buildings on our grounds and how they were saved, with a specific focus on our 1912 schoolhouse. This presentation will also touch on the broader movement to preserve Cortez’s history and heritage. *See Manatee County Library Events for registration details.​
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Create Your Own Net Wall Hanging
November 15th, 2025 (11:30AM-1:30PM) @ Rocky Bluff Branch Library
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to create your very own decorative net wall hanging. Alongside crafting, you will enjoy a captivating presentation on the rich history of net fishing and net making! Don’t miss this chance to connect with history and craft something unique!
This program is open to Teens and Adults. *See Manatee County Library Events for registration details.
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December 13th, 2025 (12PM - 3PM)
Christmas in Cortez is a free, family-friendly holiday festival. Take this opportunity to get in the holiday spirit with free crafts, children's activities, and a visit with Santa.​​​
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Nautical Flea Market
March 14th, 2026 (9AM - 1PM)
The Nautical Flea Market is a FREE family-friendly event. Find some deals on new and used fishing gear, marine & diving equipment, and coastal arts and crafts! See the Nautical Flea Market page for details about becoming a vendor.​
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​Music on the Porch
2nd & 4th Saturdays (2PM - 4PM)
FMM has partnered with the Cortez Cultural Center to host this FREE music event on Museum grounds. Bring an instrument to play along or just enjoy the jam session from our picnic tables from 2 pm until 4 pm on the second and fourth Saturday of each month.
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Soar in 4 at the Bishop Museum
First Wednesday of every month (5:30PM - 7PM)
Soar in 4 is a FREE literacy event open to all Manatee County students and their families held at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. FMM hosts a booth that hands out take-home activities to help families facilitate hands-on learning at home.
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