Embark on a Saturday walking tour through Ybor City, Tampa’s historical gem, and trace the district’s compelling tale from its cigar-making heyday to its lively contemporary culture. Stroll through brick-lined streets, discovering the echoes of Ybor’s immigrant roots and the legacy that continues to shape this eclectic neighborhood. GET TICKETS Lace up and explore with …
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Join a lively tour of the Tampa Bay History Center's Wayne Thomas Gallery with docent Jim Dinsmore on Friday, July 19, from noon to 1 p.m. The program is free and limited to 20 guests. Free, though registration is required. SIGN UP Recognizing the need to document and preserve Tampa’s development and unique heritage, …
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Discover Tampa’s past as you stroll through historic districts on this Downtown Tampa walking tour. From its humble beginnings as a 19th-century military outpost, Tampa has evolved into a bustling hub of commerce. GET TICKETS Lace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members …
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Central Avenue Walking Tour
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Central Avenue Walking Tour
Take a journey through Tampa's historic Central Avenue district, known as the "Harlem of the South." Delve into the tales of this African American community from the 1890s to the 1960s, exploring landmarks around Tampa's Black History Museum and Perry Harvey Sr. Park. Walking tours are available on select Fridays, starting at 10 a.m. and …
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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
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.

