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Sangria and Stories: The Lure of Florida Fishing
Join us for a Sangria and Stories Talk on Thursday, September 25 at 6 p.m.
Enjoy a glass of Columbia Restaurant’s signature sangria before a gallery talk with Rodney Kite-Powell, Director, Touchton Map Library and Michelle Hearn, Director of Curatorial Affairs.
The Lure of Florida Fishing explores more than a century of angling history, from early tarpon expeditions to modern sport fishing. Featuring handcrafted lures, rare artifacts, historic fishing maps, and artwork, the exhibit highlights Tampa Bay’s role in shaping Florida’s fishing culture.
Advanced tickets required.
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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.
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