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Living History Saturday: Clara Barton
Betty Clark reenacts Clara Barton, the pioneering battlefield nurse who began her career at age 11 by caring for her brother. Barton is best known for her contributions during the Civil War and for founding the American Red Cross, solidifying her legacy as a humanitarian and key figure in nursing and disaster relief.
Your journey through time awaits! Explore local history brought to life by in-gallery historians on selected Saturdays. Presentations are at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Their stories offer more than just a museum experience and are included with general admission tickets.
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Museum hours
The history center is open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
**Galleries are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas and open until 3 p.m. on Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
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Weddings
The History Center provides a dramatic and historic backdrop for your wedding, wedding reception or rehearsal dinner. Give your wedding a unique Tampa flair your guests will remember for a lifetime.
Corporate events
Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind Tampa experience for your next corporate event or convention party? Are you a meeting planner looking for a unique setting to host a board retreat or employee function? Located within walking distance of downtown hotels, the History Center is perfect for your next corporate event.
