Manatee Viewing Center

06/17/2026

Happy National Mascot Day to our favorite manatee, Molly! 💙

Whether she's greeting visitors, posing for photos, or helping spread the word about manatee conservation, Molly always brings smiles wherever she goes.

Be sure to wish Molly a happy National Mascot Day in the comments! 🩵

06/15/2026

Registration is open for our 2026 Run for the Manatees, and this year will be EXTRA SPECIAL – because we’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of our Manatee Viewing Center!
Register soon, spots are limited and always sell out!
Link in comments to sign up 🔗⬇️

06/12/2026

Calling all fan-atees! Help our floaty friends bring home the gold!
On Monday, the voting closes for USA Today's Best Free Attraction contest, and the Manatee Viewing Center is currently in third place. Please vote daily!
Link to vote in comments 🔗⬇️

06/08/2026

Today is World Ocean Day - a great day to vote for our Manatee Viewing Center, nominated once again for USA TODAY’s 10Best Best Free Attraction!
After 3 runner-up finishes, we’re aiming for #1 this year – please help us get there!
PRO TIP: You can vote once a day on different devices.
Link to vote in the comments. 🔗⬇️

06/08/2026

🌊 Happy World Oceans Day!

Celebrated each year on June 8, World Oceans Day highlights the vital role our oceans play in supporting life on Earth and inspires action to protect marine ecosystems for future generations.

At the Manatee Viewing Center, we're proud to help connect people with the wonders of Tampa Bay through environmental education, wildlife viewing and conservation awareness. From manatees and sea turtles to fish, rays and coastal birds, the center offers visitors a chance to learn about the species and habitats that depend on healthy oceans and waterways.

Today, and every day, we celebrate the importance of protecting our marine environment for generations to come.

06/03/2026

SNOUTS UP!
They’ve gotten SO close…three years in a row at 2nd place.
Now it’s time to bring home the gold.
The Manatee Viewing Center is BACK on the ballot for USA TODAY’s 10Best Best Free Attraction – and this could finally be our first-place year!
Vote every day at the link in the comments, and please share this post!

06/03/2026

05/28/2026

Big news! The Manatee Viewing Center is nominated again for USA TODAY’s 10Best Best Free Attraction!

After 3 runner-up finishes, we’re aiming for #1 this year – please help us get there!
Vote here: https://ow.ly/nOYo50Z4R21

PRO TIP: You can vote once a day per device.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

This Memorial Day, Tampa Electric proudly recognizes the courage, service and sacrifice of our fallen heroes and extends our gratitude to the military families who carry their legacy forward.

We will never forget those who gave their lives in service to our nation.

05/24/2026

Thanks to FOX 13 News - Tampa Bay and Blake DeVine News for highlighting the Manatee Viewing Center and the national recognition it’s receiving in the USA TODAY 10Best contest for Best Free Attraction. We appreciate the support in helping share this special place with even more people across the country.