Walking Tour: Central Avenue
The Tampa Bay History Center is proud to offer walking tours that highlight the powerful stories of Tampa’s Black community. A fan favorite, the Encore Tampa tour takes you into …
Tampa’s Black History Museum
Walking Tour: Central Avenue
Step into the heart of Tampa’s Black history on a guided 90-minute walking tour through the Encore neighborhood and historic Central Avenue, once known as “the scrub.” Explore stories of jazz clubs, community leaders, and everyday life from the 1890s to the 1960s as you stroll brick streets and Perry Harvey Sr. Park.
Walking Tour: College Hill Black History
Don't miss this exciting Black History walking tour in College Hill. Explore these historical sites on a 90-minute walk through key landmarks and neighborhoods that mark significant locations in our Tampa history.
Black History Book Club: “Running A Thousand Miles For Freedom”
We are excited to announce the August reading for the Black History Book Club at Tampa’s Black History Museum on August 25, 2025. This free event will be held from …
Black History Book Club: “Malcolm X: The Last Speeches”
Join us at the Tampa Bay History Center in October to discuss the book "Malcolm x: The Last Speeches" and be apart of our Black History Book Club.
Black History Book Club: “Passing”
Join the Tampa Bay History Center’s next Black History Book Talk group and help celebrate the 150th birthday of the Father of Black History – Dr. Carter G. Woodson — …
Tampa’s Emancipation Day Celebration
Join us as we commemorate Tampa’s Emancipation Day with an unforgettable celebration at Tampa’s Black History Museum! Experience a powerful reading of the Emancipation Proclamation, live music, and a special …
Black History Book Club: “Why we Can’t Wait”
We are excited to announce the Black History Book Club launch at Tampa’s Black History Museum on Monday, February 24, 2025. Sessions will be held from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at …
Black History Book Club: “Women, Race, and Class”
We are excited to announce the Black History Book Club launch at Tampa’s Black History Museum on Monday, Feb. 24, 2025. Sessions will be held from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at …
Central Avenue Walking Tour
Explore the city’s Central Park neighborhood and the history of Tampa’s historic Black community along Central Avenue. Discover tales of the area’s musical references, which offer insights into African-American life …
