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De Soto National Memorial
Frequently Asked Questions
 

Do you have information about De Soto National Memorial in languages other than English?

Yes, park information is available for download En Español, En Francais, and Auf Deutsch by clicking on the language of your choice.

Do you have inside facilities for picnics and meetings?

No.  Excellent rental facilities are able at our partnering organization, the South Florida Museum and the Bishop Planetarium in downtown Bradenton.

Are dogs allowed in the park?

Yes, dogs are allowed in the park as long as they are well behaved and on a leash.  Dog owners are responsible for proper disposal of dog excrement. See the Superintendent's Compendium for more information.

When are programs offered in the encampment?

Living history programs are offered from mid-December through Easter Sunday in the encampment adjacent to the parking lot.

Who is responsible for keeping the park litter free?

The park staff and volunteers work hard to make sure that the park is well-kept and litter free.  However, it is up to every visitor to deposit paper, cans, and other throw away items in the proper receptacles located through out the park. 

 

Did You Know?  

Did You Know?
The men of Hernando de Soto's 1539 expedition to La Florida learned the hard way that Native American warriors could load and fire their long bows with deadly accuracy nearly a dozen times in the period required to load and fire the clumsy arquebus musket once. Visit De Soto National Memorial.
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Last Updated: August 20, 2006 at 10:46 EST