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Downtown Tampa Walking Tour

From its humble beginnings as a 19th-century military outpost to its evolution into a bustling hub of commerce, discover Tampa's past as you stroll through historic districts on this Saturday 

$20

Living History Saturday: Captain, Pirate, and Heroine: The Story of Fanny Campbell

Tampa Bay History Center 801 Water Street, Tampa

Authors Cheryl Bartlam du Bois and Debra Ann Pawlak will focus on the early years of the American Revolution. With pirates soon invading Tampa Bay, learn about the democratic governance of pirate ships and how privateers were instrumental in winning independence for the U.S.  Also, discover how Florida stayed loyal to British rule during the 

$16.95

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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.

Admission prices

Adult: $18.95
College Student: $16.95
Senior (60+): $16.95
Youth (7-17): $14.95
Child (0-6): Free
Members: Free

**First responders and veterans may receive discounted admission at Visitor Services.

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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.

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