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Save the date: The 2025 Tampa Bay History Center Annual Gala

Thank you for your interest in the History Center’s Annual Gala. Online ticket sales have closed, but a limited number of tickets will be available at the door. The Tampa …

May 09, 2025

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Blue Star Museums at the Tampa Bay History Center

Summer in the Tampa Bay region brings not only the warmth of the Florida sun but also a special opportunity for our military families. The Tampa Bay History Center proudly …

Apr 07, 2025

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Parking guide for Tampa Bay History Center during NCAA Women’s Final Four

Tampa is buzzing with excitement as we welcome the NCAA Women’s Final Four, April 4-6, 2025! Navigate easily to the information you need with this quick guide: Closest Parking Options …

Apr 03, 2025

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Tampa Bay History Center parking guide: Best options for March 22–23, 2025

Planning your visit to the Tampa Bay History Center this weekend? Explore the best parking options, payment methods, and alternative transportation solutions to simplify your trip. Best parking lots near …

Mar 21, 2025

Press Release

Tampa Bay History Center named one of nation’s Best History Museums by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

The Tampa Bay History Center has been recognized as one of the 10 best history museums in the United States, ranking in USA TODAY’s 2025 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The announcement places the History Center among the nation’s most celebrated cultural institutions, as voted by the public.

Feb 19, 2025

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‘Invisible Immigrants’ opening weekend welcomes families from across the country to Tampa

The Invisible Immigrants exhibit at the Tampa Bay History Center opens March 1 and runs through Aug. 3, 2025, highlighting Spanish emigration in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Feb 12, 2025

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Dive into adventure: Tampa Bay History Center members save big at Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Are you ready to embark on an underwater journey like no other? Tampa Bay History Center members, we have an exclusive offer just for you! Your membership card is now …

Jan 23, 2025

Press Release

Tampa Bay History Center announces leadership transition, nationwide search

After 20 years of service and innovative storytelling across West Central Florida, C.J. Roberts will lead North Carolina’s statewide network of history museums TAMPA, Fla. (Jan. 14, 2025)— C.J. Roberts, …

Jan 14, 2025

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Tampa Bay History Center to host fourth annual Black History Month Reception

TAMPA, Fla. (Jan. 1, 2025) —The Tampa Bay History Center will host its fourth annual Black History Month Reception on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at 801 Water St., Tampa. The …

Jan 01, 2025

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Learn how to donate appreciated stock

Your generosity has made an extraordinary year possible at the Tampa Bay History Center. One remarkable highlight is the acquisition of the Hernán Cortés map, a treasure that enriches our …

Dec 20, 2024