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Comedy show

History is a Joke: Theme Parks

In Florida, theme parks are serious business, but their history can be pretty hilarious. History is a Joke: Theme Parks explores the surprising, strange and sometimes downright ridiculous history behind …
Oct 15, 2026

Join us for Golden Hour

Join us Nov. 13 for Golden Hour: Sunset in Sevilla, the Tampa Bay History Center’s annual black-tie gala. Enjoy an evening of dinner, music and friends along the Riverwalk while directly supporting the museum’s mission to preserve and share our region’s history through exhibitions, educational programs and scholarly research.

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Tampa Bay History Center Annual Gala