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The Lure of Florida Fishing
Cast a line into more than a century of Florida’s fishing history in this special traveling exhibit at the Tampa Bay History Center. The Lure of Florida Fishing features more than 50 locally made lures, rare artifacts, vintage photographs, secret fishing maps, and original artwork that bring the state’s angling legacy to life. From early tarpon expeditions to celebrity anglers like Ernest Hemingway and Ted Williams, explore how fishing shaped Florida’s culture, tourism and conservation efforts.
Plan your visit to experience this one-of-a-kind look at the Sunshine State’s fishing heritage.
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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.
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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.
