Locations

Braden River Branch Library
Braden River Branch Library offers a Makerspace, meeting and study rooms, programs for all ages, a Seed Library, and a garden.
4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, Florida 34203
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Details
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

Central Library
Central Library in downtown Bradenton features a Makerspace, Recording Studio, Archive Lab, children's room, and meeting and study rooms.
1301 Barcarrota Blvd W, Bradenton, Florida 34205
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Details
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

Island Branch Library
Island Branch Library in Holmes Beach offers programs for all ages, seasonal lectures, and features a renovated space celebrating over 40 years.
5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, Florida 34217-1516
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Details
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

Lakewood Ranch Branch Library
Lakewood Ranch Library offers meeting rooms, Makerspace, a quiet reading room, kids’ and teen rooms, rooftop events, and programs for all ages.
16410 Rangeland Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34211
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Details
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Little Discovery Center
The Little Discovery Center in downtown Bradenton is an interactive learning space for children ages 2 to 5, and their caregivers.
321 15th St W, Bradenton, Florida 34205
Open by appointment.
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Details
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Palmetto Branch Library
The Palmetto Branch Library features a Makerspace, pollinator garden, meeting rooms, children’s room, and Spanish and travel collections.
923 6th Street West, Palmetto, Florida 34221
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Details
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

Rocky Bluff Branch Library
Rocky Bluff Branch Library in Ellenton offers programs for all ages, an art wall showcasing local works, and the Tool Library.
6750 US 301 North, Ellenton, Florida 34222
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Details
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

South Manatee Branch Library
South Manatee Branch Library in Bayshore Gardens features a large meeting room, Makerspace, and a lobby display case with monthly rotating exhibits.
6081 26th Street West, Bradenton, Florida 34207
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Details
Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
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Manatee County Public Library
The Manatee County Public Library System, with its seven convenient locations, is proud to support our growing and vibrant community while also welcoming visitors. We offer an extensive selection of materials, online resources, technology, and engaging programs. We would love for you to explore everything Manatee Library has to offer and join us in our shared love for reading and learning!
1301 Barcarrota Blvd W
Bradenton, FL 34205
