A new season of Florida Conversations dives deeper into our past
Florida’s history is a vibrant tapestry woven with threads from diverse communities, cultures, and eras. The Tampa Bay History Center continues to be a beacon of knowledge and exploration, inviting history enthusiasts to delve into the intriguing stories that have shaped the Sunshine State. The new season of Florida Conversations offers a deep dive into various aspects of Florida’s history, highlighting its Latino heritage, celebrating the rich culture of Tampa’s Black communities, and revisiting the roaring 1920s. We’ll give you a sneak peek into some of the exciting events lined up for the next few months.
Florida Conversations: A New Perspective of V.M. Ybor and His City
Tampa Bay History Center 801 Water Street, Tampa, FL, United StatesJoin Glenn Westfall, Ph.D., as he unravels the tale of Don Vicente Martinez Ybor, tracing the Cuban cigar industry's migration to Florida and its impact on the state's industrial rise …
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The History Center’s Florida Conversations series continues to be a free lecture series for those seeking to unravel the multifaceted history of Florida. So please mark your calendars, whether you’re attending in person or virtually, for a journey through time that promises to be as informative as it is captivating.
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The Tampa Bay History Center welcomed Billy Somerville as its Director of Marketing and Communications in 2021. Billy leads the History Center’s external communication and content strategy across media channels with over a decade of experience in the...