The Manatee Observation & Education Center is a fun-filled, family-friendly, environmentally based education center that celebrates Florida’s incomparable natural resources and wildlife! Our goal is Education. How do we accomplish it? By offering many unique experiences through a variety of programs including touch tank demonstrations, fascinating programs, summer camps, monthly lecture series, workshops, special events, and so much more! Are you looking for something fun and out-of-the-hot sun! Then look no further. Stop by the Manatee Center to check out our aquariums, educational exhibits, and amazing gift shop.