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SUMMARY:Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union Days
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union in celebrating 90 years at the Tampa Bay History Center. Established by 13 City of Tampa employees on May 23\, 1935\, Tampa’s first credit union started with assets kept in a Hav-A-Tampa cigar box. \nTo mark this anniversary\, credit union members receive complimentary gallery admission on May 23\, June 23\, July 23\, Aug. 23\, and Sept. 23\, reflecting the founding date. Members simply present their credit union card at the second-floor Welcome Desk from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nWe thank Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union for their generous support\, including sponsoring the History Center’s Blue Star Museum program for active-duty military families.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/tampa-bay-federal-credit-union-days/2025-06-23/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Slice of History: Pizza and Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for July 3\, 6-8 p.m.\, because the History Center’s Lykes Atrium is daring to blend free pizza with\, wait for it… history. Once you’re stuffed\, stagger over to the “Invisible Immigrants” exhibit. You’ll marvel at artifacts and trivia that will have you saying\, “wait\, that actually happened?”—as if pizza wasn’t thrilling enough. Slice of History is for young adults 18-30 seeking enlightenment (or just free food). Admission is free\, but sign up first. Bring cash for drinks; apparently\, history isn’t hydrating enough. \nSIGN UP
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/slice-of-history-pizza-and-trivia/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T170000
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CREATED:20250519T193014Z
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SUMMARY:Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union Days
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union in celebrating 90 years at the Tampa Bay History Center. Established by 13 City of Tampa employees on May 23\, 1935\, Tampa’s first credit union started with assets kept in a Hav-A-Tampa cigar box. \nTo mark this anniversary\, credit union members receive complimentary gallery admission on May 23\, June 23\, July 23\, Aug. 23\, and Sept. 23\, reflecting the founding date. Members simply present their credit union card at the second-floor Welcome Desk from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nWe thank Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union for their generous support\, including sponsoring the History Center’s Blue Star Museum program for active-duty military families.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/tampa-bay-federal-credit-union-days/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20250724T171629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T182701Z
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SUMMARY:Join on 813 Day\, Explore All Year
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a Tampan\, Tampanian\, or Tampeños\, today we’re celebrating the 813! \nCelebrate 813 Day on Aug. 13 with a visit to the Tampa Bay History Center. First-time guests can apply the cost of admission toward any level of membership and return free throughout the year. All memberships include free or discounted admission to a dozen local museums and attractions\, a $165 value! Guests can also upgrade to a higher-level membership for access to hundreds of museums nationwide. \nNew members on Aug. 13 will also receive 20% off in the Museum Store for one day only.* \nThrough exhibitions grounded in local history\, the History Center highlights the power of place\, the idea that landscapes\, landmarks and neighborhoods carry meaning\, memory and identity. Discover how Tampa Bay’s past continues to shape the future of historic Hillsborough County. \n*Excludes consignment\, fine jewelry and artwork. May not be combined with other discounts. \nPresented in partnership with 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/join-on-813-day-explore-all-year/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20250519T193014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T140939Z
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SUMMARY:Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union Days
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union in celebrating 90 years at the Tampa Bay History Center. Established by 13 City of Tampa employees on May 23\, 1935\, Tampa’s first credit union started with assets kept in a Hav-A-Tampa cigar box. \nTo mark this anniversary\, credit union members receive complimentary gallery admission on May 23\, June 23\, July 23\, Aug. 23\, and Sept. 23\, reflecting the founding date. Members simply present their credit union card at the second-floor Welcome Desk from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nWe thank Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union for their generous support\, including sponsoring the History Center’s Blue Star Museum program for active-duty military families.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/tampa-bay-federal-credit-union-days/2025-08-23/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181848Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:More than 12\,000 students visit the Tampa Bay History Center each year\, thanks to the dedicated educators who make those experiences possible. \nTo show our appreciation\, we’re inviting educators to a Teacher Appreciation Day on Saturday\, August 23. \nEnjoy complimentary admission\, light refreshments\, and time to connect with fellow educators from across the region. \nThe Education Department staff will be available to share information about our curriculum-aligned field trips\, digital tools\, and teaching resources. Our expert docents will also offer insights into how museum exhibits can enhance your classroom instruction. \nTeachers with a valid ID receive free admission plus three additional guest tickets (one adult and two youth). Pre-registration is required. \nThank you for the incredible work you do every day in your classrooms and throughout our community. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/teacher-appreciation-day-3/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20250519T193014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T140939Z
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SUMMARY:Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union Days
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union in celebrating 90 years at the Tampa Bay History Center. Established by 13 City of Tampa employees on May 23\, 1935\, Tampa’s first credit union started with assets kept in a Hav-A-Tampa cigar box. \nTo mark this anniversary\, credit union members receive complimentary gallery admission on May 23\, June 23\, July 23\, Aug. 23\, and Sept. 23\, reflecting the founding date. Members simply present their credit union card at the second-floor Welcome Desk from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nWe thank Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union for their generous support\, including sponsoring the History Center’s Blue Star Museum program for active-duty military families.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/tampa-bay-federal-credit-union-days/2025-09-23/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20250929T155628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T134929Z
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SUMMARY:Florida Conversations: Work\, War\, Wit\, Wisdom: Lessons and Legacies from Ybor City
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Tampa Bay History Center and USF Libraries\, this free program is part of the Florida Conversations series\, underwritten by the Tampa Bay History Center Endowment Fund at the University of South Florida with media sponsorship from WUSF Public Broadcasting. \nIn this special program\, Rodney Kite-Powell interviews Donna Piñero Parrino\, author of Work\, War\, Wit\, Wisdom: Lessons and Legacies from Ybor City. Parrino\, a fourth-generation Tampan\, blends history\, humor\, and reflection in her memoir\, recalling Ybor’s “Golden Sunset.” She shares stories of childhood lessons\, community warmth\, and the struggles of Jim Crow\, honoring her cigar-worker grandparents’ resilience through the Great Depression and WWII. The book offers a heartfelt tribute to family\, tradition\, and a vanished way of life. \nWork\, War\, Wit\, Wisdom is available digitally through the USF website: Read the book. \nFlorida Conversations will be presented in person in TECO Hall and virtually through Zoom. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Ybor’s legacy and hear directly from the author. Reserve your spot today. \nVirtual Registration \nOnsite Registration
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/work-war-wit-wisdom-lessons-and-legacies-from-ybor-city/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T230000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20240301T131417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T184554Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the History Center’s Annual Gala. Online ticket sales have closed\, but a limited number of tickets will be available at the door.\nThis year’s theme is “Something in the Air: Celebrating Our Civilian and Military Aviation History.” \nA special thank you to our returning Gala Chairs\, History Center Trustee Duncan Belser and his wife\, Jessica. \n 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/gala-2025/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa-Perry Richardson%2C Interim President and CEO & Chief Development Officer":MAILTO:lrichardson@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20250905T150311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T153400Z
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SUMMARY:Stories and Flavors: Clarita's Cocina
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Clarita’s Cocina: Stories & Flavors with Melissa María Sink on Saturday\, November 15\, 2025\, at 11:00 AM at the Centro Asturiano de Tampa. Through conversation and a live cooking demonstration\, Melissa will honor the legacy of her grandmother\, Clarita García\, one of Tampa’s most beloved cooks. Discover how Clarita’s recipes and traditions continue to preserve the flavors and stories of our community’s Spanish heritage. \nAs a special benefit\, Tampa Bay History Center members can receive $5 off tickets with the code MEMBERCLARITA on Eventbrite. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/stories-and-flavors-claritas-cocina/
LOCATION:Centro Asturiano de Tampa\, 1913 North Nebraska Avenue\, Tampa\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20251017T204616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T185739Z
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SUMMARY:Florida Conversations: Stories of Florida's Fishing Culture
DESCRIPTION:Discover Florida’s fishing heritage at the Tampa Bay History Center’s 2025 Florida Conversations: Stories of Florida’s Fishing Culture. \nJoin us on Wednesday\, Nov. 19\, at noon in TECO Hall or online. Hear from panelists with Florida Fish and Wildlife and Florida Folklore. \nListen to stories and insights from those who know the waters best as they explore how fishing has shaped communities\, inspired folklore\, and defined life across the state. \nFlorida Conversations is free and accessible in person and streamed live on Zoom. We thank our sponsors: the USF Foundation\, USF Libraries\, AARP Tampa Bay\, and Shelley Blood.  \nIn-person RSVP     Zoom Sign-Up
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/florida-conversations-stories-of-floridas-fishing-culture/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20251105T183525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T191723Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Store Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tampa Bay History Center for Museum Store Sunday\, a global celebration of museum shops and the work they do. More than 2\,100 museum stores across all 50 states and the District of Columbia\, 25 countries and five continents will offer inspired shopping at your favorite museums and cultural institutions. \nEvery purchase at the Tampa Bay History Center’s museum store supports our mission\, exhibitions and education programs. The store generates vital income and connects visitors to local history through thoughtfully curated books\, gifts and experiences. \nShop with us on Water Street on Museum Store Sunday\, or find a participating museum store near you. \nMUSEUM STORE SUNDAY MAP
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/museum-store-sunday-2/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum Store Sunday":MAILTO:info@museumstoreassociation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260105T161625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T183450Z
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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Fifth Annual Black History Month Reception
DESCRIPTION:Fifty years of celebrating Black History Month (1976-2026)\nJoin us at the Fifth Annual Black History Month Reception on Friday\, Feb. 27\, 2026\, at Tampa’s Black History Museum\, 1213 N. Central Ave.\, Tampa. This year’s reception marks a milestone\, as it is the first time the event will be held at the museum. Doors open at 5 p.m.\, and the evening begins with a reception featuring soul food bites\, refreshments\, and live cultural performances. \nThe program includes performances by the Dundu Dole Urban African Ballet\, spoken word\, and musical entertainment. Guest speaker Jai Hinson will address the audience during the program. The evening will also feature the presentation of the Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr. Sankofa Award to the Florida Sentinel Bulletin\, which has served the community since 1945. In addition\, the Thurgood Marshall History Award\, a $1\,000 donation\, will be presented to a Hillsborough County public high school recognized for the most outstanding Thurgood Marshall History Club project. \nSOLD OUT \nThe reception is sponsored by the Tampa Housing Authority and presented by the Tampa Bay History Center. Each year\, the event recognizes Black History Month and honors the legacy of Rev. Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr.\, a Tampa native from Ybor City and board chairman of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. The annual observance traces its roots to 1926\, when Dr. Carter G. Woodson launched Negro History Week\, and to 1976\, when President Gerald Ford formally recognized February as Black History Month. \nComplimentary parking will be available with three options\, including Ray Charles Boulevard and the Tempo and Trio parking garages.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/fifth-annual-black-history-month-reception/
LOCATION:Tampa’s Black History Museum\, 1213 N Central Ave\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260223T173246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T173439Z
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SUMMARY:City of Tampa's Women's History Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The City of Tampa’s Women’s History Month Celebration began in 1997 by City employees to recognize the many accomplishments of the City’s female employees.\n\nEach year\, the Women’s History Month Committee solicits nominations for the Josephine Howard Stafford Memorial Award. The Josephine Howard Stafford Memorial Award was adopted to honor a current or former City of Tampa female employee who demonstrates outstanding commitment to her position and the community. The award is given in memory of Ms. Stafford\, who devoted 24 years to the City of Tampa as an Assistant City Attorney. She was also the first woman judge in Hillsborough County and was a pioneer for women’s issues\, both professionally and in the community.\n\nJoin us on March 3 at 10:30 am for our 29th Annual Women’s History Celebration. Learn more at tampa.gov/WHM.\nOur 2026 Winner is Heather Wolf Erickson – Manager\, Parks and Recreation Service Area
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/city-of-tampas-womens-history-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260204T140841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T163157Z
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SUMMARY:Gallery Open House and Florida Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special reception for members and friends celebrating the newest temporary exhibition\, America at the Crossroads: The Guitar and a Changing Nation. Guests are also invited to explore two newly opened exhibitions: The Sport of Kings and Queens and Tampa Bay Timeline. \nAfter the reception and gallery time\, stay for Florida Conversations: Beats of the Bay\, which begins at 6:30 p.m. Music has long been part of Tampa’s heartbeat. This panel brings together voices from the community to reflect on the people\, places\, and sounds that have shaped Tampa’s musical story and continue to inspire it today. \nTo check your membership status or renew by phone\, please call 813-228-0097 or click here to renew online. \nIN-PERSON RSVP   ZOOM RSVP \n  \nAdditional support for America at the Crossroads: The Guitar and a Changing Nation was provided by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/gallery-open-house-and-florida-conversations/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260106T214825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T194758Z
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SUMMARY:Foreword: A Town Hall with Audrey Chapuis
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Tampa Bay History Center’s new president and CEO\, Audrey Chapuis\, at Foreword: A Town Hall with Audrey Chapuis in the Lykes Atrium and Upper Terrace of the History Center on Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.\, and the program runs from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. \n  \nPHOTO GALLERY   AUDIO RECORDING \n  \nThe Tampa Bay History Center sets the gold standard for history museums\, with national recognition as a top 10 history museum in the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards and full accreditation\, a distinction earned by only about 3% of museums nationwide.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/foreword-a-town-hall-with-audrey-chapuis/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260206T214400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T163624Z
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SUMMARY:History & Cigar Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Set sail aboard Craft’s History & Cigar Cruise to celebrate the 140th anniversary of the first cigar rolled in Ybor City. This special edition cruise brings Tampa’s cigar story to life through narration by historian Rodney Kite-Powell and insights from Drew Newman\, fourth-generation cigar maker and general counsel for J.C. Newman Cigar Company. Together\, they’ll share how a single industry transformed a quiet Gulf Coast town into one of Florida’s most distinctive communities.  Aboard America’s first open-kitchen river cruiser\, guests will enjoy a chef-crafted brunch prepared fresh in view of the dining room using state-of-the-art gas cooking equipment. As the captain guides the vessel under Tampa’s historic bridges—sometimes with only inches to spare—Rodney will weave stories of Ybor’s cigar rollers\, factory life\, and the city’s rise as “Cigar City.”  Blending food\, history\, and waterfront views\, the cruise offers a one-of-a-kind way to experience Tampa’s past. Whether you’ve called the Bay home for years or are discovering it for the first time\, this journey promises an afternoon filled with flavor\, storytelling\, and a few surprises along the way.  \nReserve your seat now for a Crafted History Lunch Cruise that promises to be as enriching as it is enjoyable. \nBOOK NOW \nHistory & Cigar Cruise Details: \n\nMonday\, April 13\, 2026\nBoards 11:15 a.m.\, Cruises Noon – 2:00 p.m.\nUnparalleled views of scenic waterways and passage beneath low bridges\nIncludes brunch entrée\, dessert & soda\, coffee and tea\nNarration from Rodney Kite-Powell\, Tampa Bay History Center\nGuest appearance from Drew Newman\nComplimentary J.C. Newman Cigar (smoking is only allowed on the outside decks. No smoking inside the dining room.)\n\nAppetizers & craft cocktails are also available for purchase. Gratuity is not included in the ticket price. \nReservations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/craft-history-lunch-cruise-3/
LOCATION:CRAFT\, 603 Channelside Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
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SUMMARY:Ybor 140: A community celebration of 140 years of Ybor’s first cigar
DESCRIPTION:On April 13\, 1886\, the first cigar was rolled in Ybor City. A moment that shaped a neighborhood\, a culture\, and a legacy. Join us on 7th Avenue in front of Hotel Haya as we come together as a community to honor Ybor’s past and participate in its living history. In a symbolic tribute\, 140 hands will come together to roll a single cigar\, guided by professional cigar rollers\, representing the generations of craftsmanship that built this city. \n\n\n\nGuests are invited to sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. \nSIGN-UP \nThroughout the afternoon\, enjoy: \n\nCuban sandwich bites and paella from Hotel Haya\nPop-up mobile museums from the Ybor City Museum Society and Tampa Bay History Center\nStories and surprise guests sharing the rich history and evolution of Ybor City\nA community-driven\, come-and-go atmosphere on historic 7th Avenue\n\nAt 2:15 PM\, we’ll gather for the final roll a celebratory moment marking the completion of the cigar and honoring 140 years of heritage\, resilience\, and community. \nWe invite locals\, businesses\, and visitors alike to stop by\, take part\, and be part of Ybor history. \nValet parking will be available at Hotel Haya for $10\, with additional city parking located throughout Ybor City. This event is open to the community and free to attend—guests are welcome to come and go throughout the afternoon. \nWith Gratitude to Our Community Partners \nThis moment would not be possible without the individuals\, businesses\, and organizations who continue to shape Ybor City’s story. We are grateful to stand alongside the following community partners in bringing Ybor 140 to life: \nJC Newman Cigar Co \nYbor City Museum \nFMoPA \nTampa Bay History Center \nVisit Tampa Bay \nYbor Chamber \nGasworx \nBarrieHaus \nFlor Fina
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/ybor-140-a-community-celebration-of-140-years-of-ybors-first-cigar/
LOCATION:Hotel Haya
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260217T151341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T144252Z
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SUMMARY:History as a Joke: Hockey
DESCRIPTION:In Tampa\, we know lightning can strike twice. History as a Joke: Hockey serves up the surprising history of the sport with humor\, storytelling\, and a distinctly Tampa point of view\, proving that hockey and laughs thrive right here in the heat. \nAt History as a Joke\, join comedians Johnny B\, John J. Murray\, and Matt Fernandez from the 3 Ugly Mugs podcast\, along with the History Center’s Rodney Kite-Powell\, as they point out the humorous side of history. \nGet Tickets
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/history-as-a-joke-hockey/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260408T185740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185740Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:A HarpSound Live! concert\n“Jazz: Then and Now” brings the sound of jazz to life through live performance and stories from the Tampa Bay area’s music past. Throughout the evening\, Dick Rumore\, former owner of Paragon Music Center\, will share stories about the history of jazz in the Tampa Bay area\, giving the audience a closer look at the people\, places and performances that helped shape the local scene. \nThe concert features clarinetist Frankie Brown Jr.\, saxophonist Al Chisolm and GQ Sound. Chisolm is a longtime presence in the Tampa Bay area music community whose career includes USO tours across the United States\, performances with The On Que Players and ongoing work as a solo artist. A self-taught musician\, he is known for a style shaped by gospel\, soul and instrumental jazz. \nA production of Unlimited Gospel Expressions\, the concert is sponsored by the Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival and will be held at the future home of Tampa’s Black History Museum. \nGET TICKETS \nTogether\, these artists offer a program that honors the foundations of jazz while showing why the music still matters. “Jazz: Then and Now” is a chance to hear outstanding musicians\, learn more about the Tampa Bay area’s jazz history and spend an evening with music that continues to leave its mark.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/jazz-then-and-now/
LOCATION:Tampa’s Black History Museum\, 1213 N Central Ave\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa's Black History Museum":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260430T172853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T223759Z
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SUMMARY:Tampa Riverfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Tampa Riverfest returns to the Tampa Riverwalk on Friday and Saturday\, May 1 and 2\, bringing its annual two-day celebration of food\, music\, family-friendly activities and waterfront fun to downtown Tampa. \nHeld the first weekend in May each year\, Riverfest spans the Tampa Riverwalk and highlights the city’s cultural institutions\, local musicians\, restaurants and public parks. This year’s festivities include Taste of Riverwalk\, Taco Fest\, live music at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park\, a balloon glow at sunset\, a lantern parade\, yoga\, a water ski show\, a paddle invasion\, a wiener dog derby and more. \nThe Tampa Bay History Center will be open until 8 p.m. both Friday and Saturday\, making it a premier stop during your Riverfest celebration. Located at the southern end of the Riverwalk near Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park\, the History Center offers three floors of Tampa Bay history\, waterfront views and dining at Columbia Cafe. \nMake the History Center part of your Tampa Riverfest weekend. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/tampa-riverfest-2026/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260218T144228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T202114Z
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SUMMARY:FAMU Annual Farm Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Florida Emancipation Day\nOn May 20\, 1865\, President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation was announced in Tallahassee\, Florida. The Tampa Bay History Center in partnership with Florida A&M University’s Brooksville Agricultural and Environmental Research Station\, invites the community to the FAMU Annual Farm Fest on Saturday\, May 16\, 2026\, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Chinsegut Hill Historic Site in Brooksville. \nWe will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. with the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation\, followed by a processional to the FAMU Farm Fest. Join us for guided tours of the historic site\, an agricultural showcase\, a health expo\, and hands-on demonstrations. Enjoy live performances and a variety of food vendors offering regional cuisine. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/famu-annual-farm-fest/
LOCATION:Chinsegut Hill\, 22495 Chinsegut Hill Road\, Brooksville\, FL\, 34601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florida A&M University Brooksville Agricultural and Environmental Research Station":MAILTO:cheryl.danley@famu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260504T180508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T181806Z
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SUMMARY:A Star-Spangled Story: Battle for America
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Independence Day at the Tampa Bay History Center with “A Star-Spangled Story: Battle for America\,” a Smithsonian Channel documentary exploring the surprising history and secrets behind “The Star-Spangled Banner.” \n“The Star-Spangled Banner” is known by all\, treasured for its powerful melody and stirring lyrics. And yet\, only about 40% of U.S. citizens know all the words. And even fewer know their meaning. Join us as we travel back to 1814\, when Washington D.C. was under British attack during the “Second War of Independence\,” and the very bricks and mortar of American democracy were reduced to smoking rubble. We examine the battle that inspired witness Francis Scott Key to immortalize its final moments\, then reveal how his poem transformed into an anthem. \nScreenings are included with gallery admission and will begin every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 4\, 2026. \nTV-PG / 51 min \nGET TICKETS\n  \nDid you know “The Star-Spangled Banner” began as a poem set to the tune of a popular 18th-century song? In this Smithsonian Channel clip from “A Star-Spangled Story: Battle for America\,” explore the surprising origins of the anthem and the story behind the words that became one of the nation’s most recognizable songs. \n \nWant the full story? Join us at the Tampa Bay History Center for a special screening of “A Star-Spangled Story: Battle for America\,” a documentary that revisits the War of 1812\, the Battle of Baltimore\, and the dramatic night at Fort McHenry that inspired Francis Scott Key. The screening connects one of America’s best-known symbols to the people\, conflict\, and moments that shaped its meaning.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/a-star-spangled-story-battle-for-america/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T084921
CREATED:20260505T182734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T191041Z
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SUMMARY:Tampa Bay History Center Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Golden Hour: Sunset in Sevilla\nPresented by Gala Chairs Andrea Gonzmart Williams & Beau Williams\nThe Tampa Bay History Center Annual Gala is dedicated to celebrating our region’s heritage and ensuring its preservation for future generations. This year’s Gala is especially exciting as we honor our Chairs\, Andrea Gonzmart Williams and Beau Williams\, whose family name is closely tied to Tampa’s civic\, cultural and hospitality history. Their connection to Tampa will help shape an evening that reflects both community legacy and local history. \nThis year\, the Gala honors Chairs Andrea Gonzmart Williams and Beau Williams\, with the theme\, “Golden Hour: Sunset in Sevilla\,” which reflects our new\, earlier 5:30 p.m. start time\, honors our Chairs’ family heritage\, and celebrates Tampa’s deep historical connection to Spain. \nA signature event of the fall season\, the gala is known as one of Tampa’s most lively black-tie evenings. With an open-house format and no assigned seats\, agenda\, speeches\, or auctions\, the Gala allows sponsors and guests to socialize all evening. Luxurious dinner buffets and full bars are accompanied by live music and stunning Riverwalk views\, bringing together Tampa’s founding families and newcomers alike\, along with business leaders\, philanthropists\, and museum enthusiasts. \nReserve your tickets or sponsorship for Golden Hour: Sunset in Sevilla.\nTICKETS & SPONSORSHIPS
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/tampa-bay-history-center-annual-gala/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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