MANATEE COUNTY, FL (February 25, 2025) – The Powel Crosley Estate Foundation and Manatee County Government are delighted to welcome the public for free tours of the historic Powel Crosley Estate during a two-day open house event on Tuesday, March 4, and Wednesday, March 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Formally known as “Seagate,” the Mediterranean Revival-style mansion house built in 1929 once served as the winter home of Powel Crosley. The American innovator was most revered for revolutionizing entertainment, manufacturing Crosley radios and for owning the 500,000-watt station WLW, the most powerful of its time. The open house tours are a chance to view Crosley’s forward-thinking creations, including a variety of radios, a Crosley sports car and other memorabilia throughout the mansion.
At nearly a century old, the Powel Crosley Estate remains a robust property. The home hosted nearly 200 events in 2024 and now serves as a prestigious gathering space, most commonly as a wedding venue.
Visitors can enjoy a docent supported, roaming tour throughout the historic mansion and the surrounding grounds. No reservations are needed for the open house dates and there is no admission cost for this event, but donations are appreciated.
“These open houses are another way to bring together our community together to not only showcase the Crosley estate but also allow the public to step into the future from the past and gain a new appreciation for the area,” said Manatee County Commissioner Mike Rahn. “The timeless genius of Powel Crosley is something both residents and visitors can enjoy.”
About the Powel Crosley Estate
The Powel Crosley Estate is a Mediterranean Revival-style mansion dating to 1929. Located on Sarasota Bay in Manatee County, the stunning building is on the National Register of Historic Places. Open for meetings, weddings and other events, the estate has modern amenities and can accommodate groups of more than 800 people. Key features of the Powel Crosley Estate include the circular tower, carriage house and the Bayside Lawn, perfect for luxurious events. For more information, visit
PowelCrosleyEstate.com or call (941) 722-3244.
About the Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
As an accredited Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), The Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (BACVB) is responsible for promoting tourism to Bradenton, Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key areas through strategic domestic and international advertising, public relations and marketing efforts. In an effort to raise the profile and boost the economy in Manatee County, the BACVB works with consumers as well as meeting and event planners to highlight the destination’s sugar-white sand and turquoise waters, fresh seafood, arts and culture, rich history and the easy pace of authentic Florida island life globally. For more information,
visit bradentongulfislands.com.