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813 Day
August 13
FreeWhether you’re a Tampan, Tampanian, or Tampeños, today we’re celebrating the 813!
Sparkman Wharf will donate $5 (up to $1,000) for every photo taken in front of the decorated Sparkman Wharf TAMPA sign, posted on social media from August 9 – August 18.
To enter the contest, take a photo with the decorated TAMPA sign from August 9-18.
- Post on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter
- Geotag Tampa Bay History Center
- Tag @sparkmanwharf and the @tampabayhistory
- Use the hashtags #813Day and #TampaBayHistoryCenter
- Follow @sparkmanwharf on Instagram
Plan ahead.
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.
Admission prices
College Student: $16.95
Senior (60+): $16.95
Child (0-6): Free
Members: Free
**First responders and veterans may receive discounted admission at Visitor Services.
We can host your event.
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.
