The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Museum
201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
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Kick off Homeschool Thursdays with this brand-new course. Learn about the invisible forces and energies holding the universe together, how we study them, and how they help us learn about the vast universe. Members: $20 per session | All others: $25 per session Morning Homeschool Program 10am-Noon Junior Explorers Program (K-3rd grade, Ages 5-8) A two-hour program to spark curiosity through hands-on activities and a themed lesson, perfect for young minds. Afternoon Homeschoo
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
The Planetarium at The Bishop is excited to launch Sky & Scope, a hands-on telescope workshop designed for beginners! Session One: The Basics of Telescopes and Observational Astronomy Join a Planetarium Educator in the Willis Smith Classroom for an inside look into telescopes with a 2-hour workshop from 10am to Noon! We’ll cover the basics of glass and mirrors, touch on techniques for navigating the night sky, and explore different types of telescopes. Most importantly, we’ll cover the p
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Sawfish are large shark-like rays that once were relatively common in Florida's coastal waters. Now, Florida's smalltooth sawfish is endangered, and scientists are striving to learn as much as possible about this iconic and fascinating fish. Tonya Wiley, President of Havenworth Coastal Conservation and Palmetto resident, will provide a presentation with interesting facts about sawfish, updates on Florida sawfish research (including in Tampa Bay), explanations of management tools such as the Enda
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
The Planetarium at The Bishop is excited to launch Sky & Scope, a hands-on telescope workshop designed for beginners! Session Two: Putting it into Practice After you learn the ropes of telescopes, join us after dark in the Riverside Plaza to put your skills to the test with a 2-hour guided observation session. With our Planetarium Educators on site to provide one-on-one assistance, you’ll get hands-on experience, aiming, focusing, and finding celestial wonders. Cost: Members: Both Se
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Dive into our current traveling exhibition, Pristine Seas: Bringing the Oceans Back. Explore our big blue world and discover how you can help protect our oceans and everything in them. Members: $20 per session | All others: $25 per session Morning Homeschool Program 10am-Noon Junior Explorers Program (K-3rd grade, Ages 5-8) A two-hour program to spark curiosity through hands-on activities and a themed lesson, perfect for young minds. Afternoon Homeschool Program 1pm-3pm
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Join us for Space Saturday – the first Saturday of every month – as we explore a different topic in the world of astronomy.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a special storytime experience at The Bishop.
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified May 14, 2026
Did you know dinosaurs are still around today? Though you may know them better as birds! From scales to feathers, and teeth to beaks and bills, learn about the amazing evolutionary journey from dinosaurs to ducks! Members: $20 per session | All others: $25 per session Morning Homeschool Program 10am-Noon Junior Explorers Program (K-3rd grade, Ages 5-8) A two-hour program to spark curiosity through hands-on activities and a themed lesson, perfect for young minds. Afternoon H
Source: bishopscience.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026