History Talk: Riding the Rails
November 10 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Free
Join us at Plant City History & Photo Archives for an afternoon of engaging talks. We will discuss the fascinating history of our local railroad system and how it united our communities. Our local historians, Gil Gott and Rodney Kite-Powell will take you on a journey through time, exploring the rail stations of Tampa, Brandon, and Plant City while enjoying light refreshments and cocktails inspired by the railroad.
Register online or call The Archives at (813) 754-1578.
Presented by 7th Sky Ventures in partnership with the Plan City Photo Archives and the Tampa Bay History Center.
Plan ahead.
Museum hours
The history center is open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
**Galleries are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas and open until 3 p.m. on Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
Admission prices
College Student: $16.95
Senior (60+): $16.95
Child (0-6): Free
Members: Free
**First responders and veterans may receive discounted admission at Visitor Services.
We can host your event.
Weddings
The History Center provides a dramatic and historic backdrop for your wedding, wedding reception or rehearsal dinner. Give your wedding a unique Tampa flair your guests will remember for a lifetime.
Corporate events
Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind Tampa experience for your next corporate event or convention party? Are you a meeting planner looking for a unique setting to host a board retreat or employee function? Located within walking distance of downtown hotels, the History Center is perfect for your next corporate event.
