Manatee Village Historical Park

About Manatee Village Historical Park

Manatee Village Historical Park offers wedding ceremonies in a historic setting shaded by oak trees and Spanish moss, with brick paths and preserved buildings. Ceremony locations include the outdoor Courtyard and Gazebo, the 1887 Church, and the 1860 Courthouse. The church has stained glass windows, original pews, an altar, air conditioning, and two ready rooms; the outdoor setting includes a gazebo and picnic tables. Weddings are ceremony-only: receptions are not hosted on-site.

The facts

Guests

Up to 125 guests

Pricing note

The wedding page lists a $675 booking fee plus tax. A $300 security deposit is separate; a security guard costs $19 per hour with a four-hour minimum. The package includes a 90-minute rehearsal and three hours on the wedding day. Prices are subject to change.

Setting

Indoor & outdoor

Kind of place

Museum

Last updated

November 2026

On the big wedding guides

• Not listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
• Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)

How to reach Manatee Village Historical Park

• Website: manateevillage.org
• Phone: (941) 749-7165
• Address: 1404 Manatee Avenue East

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