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Travails and Triumphs exhibit receives special commendation from Hillsborough County

Today, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners recognized Travails and Triumphs with a special commendation.

Sep 07, 2023

Press Release

Museum galleries reopen Thursday at 10 a.m.

After closing in advance of severe weather from Idalia, the Tampa Bay History Center will reopen Thursday, Aug. 31, at 10 a.m.

Aug 30, 2023

Education

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.

Aug 22, 2023

Education

Fall into history: Join this monthly book group for fascinating tales and discussions

Whether you’re joining in person or via Zoom, everyone is welcome. As the leaves begin to change and the air becomes crisp, there’s no better time to delve into the …

Aug 22, 2023

Videos

Twistin’ Down Central: A Tribute to Tampa’s Black Music Legends

Tampa Red, Ella Fitzgerald, Chick Webb, and Ray Charles are just a few of the notable musicians to play in Tampa during Central Avenue’s heyday. Join us as we dive into the work of legendary Black musicians that lifted spirits and defined Central Avenue’s cultural legacy.

Aug 15, 2023

Tampa Bay History

Tampa’s historic streetcars

During the last two decades of the 1880s, Tampa was clearly a forerunner for transportation developments in Florida. Through the efforts of the Board of Trade, Tampa had, by 1886, …

Aug 15, 2023

Press Release

A call for volunteers that echoes across Tampa Bay

TAMPA, Fla. – Volunteers outnumber Tampa Bay History Center staff by two to one and are the driving force behind an exceptional gallery experience. Right now is the time to …

Jun 23, 2023

Education

Archives Awareness Week is July 9–15, 2023

About Archives Awareness Week Recognizing the need to document and preserve the development and unique heritage of Tampa and its government, the City of Tampa Archives was founded in 1987. …

Jun 22, 2023

Press Release

What is Blue Star Museums all about?

Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families, in collaboration with the Department of Defense and museums across America, offering free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families.

Tampa Bay History

Dobyville: One of Tampa’s forgotten Black neighborhoods

Some find it surprising that Tampa's White elite were not the only people to find a home in Hyde Park during the early years of the neighborhood. Many of Tampa's Black residents lived in the Dobyville section of the neighborhood.

Jun 06, 2023