Tampa Bay History Center author - Billy Somerville

About Billy Somerville

Senior Director of Marketing and Communications

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 Tampa Bay area.

For all media inquiries, please call, email, or text Billy to reach a History Center historian.

Articles by Billy Somerville

Press Release

Tampa Bay History Center opens Tampa Bay Timeline exhibit with more than 75 artifacts

TAMPA, Fla. – The Tampa Bay History Center has opened Tampa Bay Timeline, a new exhibit that traces West Central Florida history from Indigenous peoples to the present through more …

Jan 28, 2026

Press Release

Janine Quarles Adkins named program manager for Tampa’s Black History Museum

Janine Quarles-Adkins has been appointed program manager for Tampa’s Black History Museum, located at 1213 N. Central Ave. in Tampa’s Central Park neighborhood.

Jan 08, 2026

Press Release

Tampa Bay History Center offers members 20% off on Museum Store Sunday, Nov. 30

On Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, the Museum Store at the Tampa Bay History Center will offer current members 20% off during the ninth annual Museum Store Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.

Nov 05, 2025

Press Release

Tampa Bay History Center wins multiple Best of the Best 2025 awards

The Tampa Bay History Center has been recognized in the Tampa Bay Times Best of the Best 2025 People’s Choice Awards, earning gold in three categories: local tourist attraction, museum and wedding venue. The History Center also received a bronze award for gift shop.

Aug 27, 2025

Press Release

The Tampa Bay History Center Names International Library and Cultural Heritage Leader Audrey Chapuis as its Next President and CEO

The Tampa Bay History Center proudly announces the appointment of Audrey Chapuis as its next President and CEO, following unanimous approval by the Board of Trustees.

Aug 22, 2025

Press Release

Tampa Bay History Center reels in the past with ‘The Lure of Florida Fishing’ exhibit

Opening Saturday, August 23, 2025, in the Wayne Thomas Gallery TAMPA, Fla. – A new traveling exhibit at the Tampa Bay History Center casts a line into Florida’s fishing heritage, …

Aug 06, 2025

Press Release

Tampa Bay History Center Receives Highest National Recognition

The Tampa Bay History Center has been reaccredited by the American Alliance of Museums, a mark of excellence held by just 3% of U.S. museums.

Jul 29, 2025

Tampa Bay History

Maps, law, and leadership: Rodney Kite-Powell joins “May I Inquire?” podcast

Discover how maps shape history and influence leadership in this engaging episode of "May I Inquire?" featuring Rodney Kite-Powell and Michael Silver.

Jul 28, 2025

Education

Tampa Bay History Center Highlights Archives Awareness Week 2025

Each July, the City of Tampa celebrates Archives Awareness Week with programs that emphasize the importance of preserving local history. As the city marks its 138th birthday, the Tampa Bay …

Jul 07, 2025

Membership

Plan your visit: Parking, transit and dining near the Tampa Bay History Center

A visit to the Tampa Bay History Center starts before you walk through the doors. Whether you’re attending an exhibition, a walking tour or an evening program, knowing your transportation …

Jul 02, 2025