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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: Central Avenue
DESCRIPTION:This guided walking tour through the vibrant Encore neighborhood uncovers the stories of Central Avenue and the surrounding area\, once known as the “scrub\,” the heart of Tampa’s Black community. From the 1890s through the 1960s\, this district thrived with music\, business and culture. Some of the world’s top entertainers (Ella Fitzgerald\, Louis Armstrong\, Cab Calloway and others) performed here. Ray Charles lived here and recorded his first song two blocks away from Central and the “chitlin’ circuit.” And the 1960s dance craze “the Twist” was born here. The district thrived with music\, business and culture\, and its legacy still echoes through the streets today. \nTours begin at 10 a.m. and last 90 minutes. Groups are limited to 25 guests for a more personal experience. The route covers seven blocks\, weaving through sidewalks\, brick streets\, and Perry Harvey Sr. Park. Comfortable shoes and outdoor attire are recommended. Guests will learn about the importance of the longshoremen to Tampa’s economy and growth\, “three for a quarter” hot dogs at  Moses White’s Cozy Corner Restaurant\, the nightclub owner many said was the richest Black man in Tampa during segregation\, the courage of Florida NAACP Field Director Bob Saunders and the Black woman who advised Thurgood Marshall in the 1940s on equalizing pay for all educators. \nMeet your guide at Tampa’s Black History Museum\, 1213 N. Central Avenue. Advance tickets required. \nTOUR TICKETS
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/walking-tour-central-avenue/
LOCATION:Tampa’s Black History Museum\, 1213 N Central Ave\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: Downtown Tampa
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a unique activity to do in Tampa Bay? Join the Tampa Bay History Center for an immersive downtown walking tour. This guided trek leads you past some of the city’s most storied landmarks\, including City Hall\, Sacred Heart Church\, the Floridan Palace Hotel\, and The Hub\, Tampa’s oldest bar. Along the route\, your guide will share the stories that connect these sites to the city’s vibrant past. \nThe tour lasts 90 minutes\, begins at 10 a.m.\, and is limited to 25 guests for a more personal experience. The route covers about one mile along sidewalks and brick streets\, so comfortable shoes and outdoor attire are recommended. \nYour starting point is Lykes Gaslight Park at 400 N. Franklin St.\, right in the center of downtown. Street parking is available nearby\, making it easy to begin your journey. Advance tickets are required\, and private tours can be booked by calling (813) 228-0097. \nGroup size is small and tickets go fast. Reserve your spot today and experience downtown Tampa through the lens of history. Looking for other tours? Visit our walking tour page.  \nTOUR TICKETS
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/walking-tour-downtown-tampa-2/
LOCATION:Lykes Gaslight Square Park\, 400 N Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
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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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