UPCOMING
EVENTS

*Folk School classes for the 2026-2027 Folk School season are live! Click here for details.

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Vacationing in Cortez: Greetings from Old Florida @ Central Library

Starting September 1 (Available during Central Library's operating hours)

This traveling exhibition tells the story of tourism in Cortez, highlighting both the charter fishing industry, as well as the Albion Inn. The exhibition is located on the second floor of the library. It is in front of, and inside the Archive Lab. For information about Central Library’s operating hours click here.

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Florida in the American Revolution @ Rocky Bluff Library

October 13, 2026 (5PM - 6PM)

Join the Florida Maritime Museum to learn more about Florida’s unique role in the American Revolution. This lecture will focus on the seafaring activity that took place during the war, and what life was like for those at sea. Learn more about the real stories that helped shape Florida, and the nation’s history. *Register for FREE here!

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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.

*Music on the Porch is being held in the Cortez Cultural Center for the summer. You are welcome to park on our grounds and walk over, our restrooms will be open as well. We will update everyone when it returns to our porch! The address for the Cortez Cultural Center is 11655 Cortez Rd W, Cortez, FL 34215.

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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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​Christmas in Cortez

December 12th (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

Second Saturday of March 

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!