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Embark on a journey through Tampa's historic Central Avenue district, once celebrated as the "Harlem of the South." Explore the rich narrative of this African-American community from the 1890s through the 1960s, with landmarks including St. James Church and Perry Harvey Sr Park. Join our walking tours on select Fridays at 10 a.m. Discover Central …
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
Learn about Tampa’s compelling history as you stroll past City Hall, Sacred Heart Church, the Floridan Palace Hotel and even Tampa’s oldest bar, The Hub, on this guided trek! GET TICKETS
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 …
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, …
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 …
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.
**First responders and veterans may receive discounted admission at Visitor Services.
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.
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.
