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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: Downtown Tampa
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an exciting way to experience downtown Tampa this December? Join us for a guided walking tour that brings the city’s landmarks and stories to life. Stroll past City Hall\, the striking Sacred Heart Church\, the grand Floridan Palace Hotel\, and Tampa’s oldest bar\, The Hub\, while your guide shares the history and character of these streets. \nThis 90-minute tour begins at 10 a.m. and covers just under a mile along sidewalks and brick avenues. Our guests are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes\, bring water\, and arrive a few minutes early. Tours meet at the center of Lykes Gaslight Park and are limited to 25 participants. \nMeet your guide at the center of Lykes Gaslight Park\, 400 N. Franklin St.\, Tampa\, FL 33602. Street parking is available throughout downtown. Advance tickets are required\, and private tours can be booked by calling (813) 228-0097. Spots are limited\, so grab your tickets now and get ready for an unforgettable walking tour through Tampa’s history. \nTOUR TICKETS \n 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/walking-tour-downtown-tampa-3/
LOCATION:Lykes Gaslight Square Park\, 400 N Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T113000
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: West Tampa
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this must-see walking tour in November\, a part of the Tampa Bay History Center’s series of walking tours. The Tampa Bay History Center invites you to step into the stories of West Tampa’s Black community with this powerful 90-minute walking tour. As part of our walking tour series\, this experience uncovers the places and people who shaped Tampa’s history and left an enduring impact on the city. \nAlong the way\, you will visit the former sites of J. W. Roberts City\, West Tampa’s first brick cigar factory\, and I. W. Phillips Field\, the University of Tampa’s early football stadium. You will also stop at Clara Frye Memorial Hospital for Negro patients\, Tampa’s first public housing development\, and the childhood homes of notable figures in Hillsborough County’s Black community. \nTours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately half to one mile along public sidewalks. Please wear comfortable shoes and attire for walking outdoors. \nThe tour lasts 90 minutes and begins at 10 a.m. Participants will meet inside Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park at the flag pole near the Bob Buckhorn River Center\, located at 402 Laurel St. in Tampa. Parking is available within the park and in surrounding areas. Advance tickets are required\, and private tours can be scheduled by calling (813) 228-0097. \nDo not miss this opportunity to explore Tampa through the lens of Black history. Secure your tickets today and walk with us through West Tampa’s legacy. \n\nTOUR TICKETS
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/walking-tour-west-tampa/
LOCATION:Tampa River Center\, 402 W Laurel St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T113000
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CREATED:20250926T143058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T202017Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: Ybor City
DESCRIPTION:The Tampa Bay History Center invites you to explore Ybor City through the lens of history\, culture\, and community. This guided experience is part of our walking tour series\, designed to connect you with the places and stories that shaped Tampa’s past and still influence the city today. \nOn this 90-minute tour\, you will discover Tampa’s only National Historic Landmark District. Discover the people of early Ybor City\, their social lives\, and work culture. Walk past mutual aid societies\, the Ybor Cigar Factory\, and other landmarks that reveal how immigrant communities built a thriving cigar capital and left a lasting legacy. \nTours are limited to 25 participants\, ensuring a more personal experience. Whether you are a local or a first-time visitor\, you will gain a fresh perspective on how Tampa’s history continues to shape its culture today. \nDetails• Tours begin at 10 a.m. and cover approximately one mile on public sidewalks and brick streets.• Meeting place: Centro Ybor\, 1600 E. 7th Ave.\, in front of Jimmy John’s.• Parking: Street parking or the Palm Avenue/Fernando Noriega Jr. garage.• Please wear comfortable walking shoes and attire for the outdoors. \nReserve Your SpotAdvance tickets are required\, and space is limited. Call (813) 228-0097 for private tour options. \nDon’t miss your chance to see the city in a new light. Get your tickets today and explore Tampa’s history with us. \nSOLD OUT
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/walking-tour-ybor-city/
LOCATION:The Cuban Club\, 2010 N Avenida Republica de Cuba\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T142000
DTSTAMP:20250825T182932Z
CREATED:20250623T182934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T182932Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour-2/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-07-10/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T110000
DTSTAMP:20250331T135912Z
CREATED:20250331T134150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T135912Z
UID:10002562-1751106600-1751108400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:West Tampa Black History Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the West Tampa Black History Walking Tour\, a captivating 90-minute exploration of significant historical sites in Tampa’s Black community. \nGET TICKETS \nThroughout the tour\, participants will delve into the rich Black history of West Tampa\, visiting key locations such as the former sites of J. W. Roberts City (West Tampa’s inaugural brick cigar factory)\, University of Tampa’s I. W. Phillips Field (football stadium)\, Clara Frye Memorial Hospital for Negro patients\, Tampa’s initial public housing development\, and the childhood homes of notable figures in Hillsborough County’s Black community. \nLimited to 25 people\, participants will walk approximately half to one mile along public sidewalks. Please wear comfortable shoes and attire to walk outside. This tour meets inside Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park. You should park for free near the Tampa River Center (402 Laurel St\, Tampa\, FL 33607) and meet your tour guide at the flag pole. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/west-tampa-black-history-walking-tour-2/
LOCATION:Tampa River Center\, 402 W Laurel St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T113000
DTSTAMP:20250331T144813Z
CREATED:20250331T142015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T144813Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/downtown-walking-tour-5/
LOCATION:Lykes Gaslight Square Park\, 400 N Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-06-19/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T113000
DTSTAMP:20250331T135225Z
CREATED:20250331T131229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T135225Z
UID:10002560-1749895200-1749900600@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ybor City Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/ybor-city-walking-tour-22/
LOCATION:The Cuban Club\, 2010 N Avenida Republica de Cuba\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-05-29/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
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SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T113000
DTSTAMP:20250331T140855Z
CREATED:20250331T140855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T140855Z
UID:10002564-1747476000-1747481400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/downtown-walking-tour-4/
LOCATION:Lykes Gaslight Square Park\, 400 N Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Downtown-Tampa-Walking-Tour.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T142000
DTSTAMP:20250623T163343Z
CREATED:20250512T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163343Z
UID:10002590-1747317600-1747318800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Invisible Immigrants Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:This 20-minute Invisible Immigrants tour meets in the Wayne Thomas Gallery on the 4th Floor and explores how Spanish workers and families reshaped Ybor City’s neighborhoods\, organized labor movements\, and introduced lasting cultural traditions that still influence Tampa and beyond. Featuring more than 300 family photographs\, documents\, and personal artifacts\, the tour presents the personal stories behind the cigar industry\, mutual aid societies\, and everyday community life. Recommended for family and adult audiences. \nIncluded with gallery admission. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/invisible-immigrants-gallery-tour/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2020-01-22-11.32.48-copy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T113000
DTSTAMP:20250331T135305Z
CREATED:20250331T131010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T135305Z
UID:10002559-1746871200-1746876600@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ybor City Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/ybor-city-walking-tour-21/
LOCATION:The Cuban Club\, 2010 N Avenida Republica de Cuba\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Ybor-City-mural.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T113000
DTSTAMP:20250331T145844Z
CREATED:20250331T145844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T145844Z
UID:10002568-1745661600-1745667000@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Central Avenue Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the city’s Central Park neighborhood and the history of Tampa’s historic Black community along Central Avenue. Discover tales of the area’s musical references\, which offer insights into African-American life in Tampa from the 1890s to the 1960s. \nGET TICKETS \nEach 90-minute walking tour begins at 10 a.m. at Tampa’s Black History Museum at Encore. The museum\, located at 1213 N. Central Ave. in Tampa’s Central Park neighborhood\, is a historic red brick structure between Central Ave. and Governor St. \nParticipants will walk approximately one mile along public sidewalks\, brick streets\, and Perry Harvey Sr. Park. Please wear comfortable shoes and attire to walk outside.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/central-avenue-walking-tour-15/
LOCATION:Tampa’s Black History Museum\, 1213 N Central Ave\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/tbhafl_Trio_at_Encore6-e1735239849953.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T113000
DTSTAMP:20250331T140637Z
CREATED:20250331T140233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T140637Z
UID:10002563-1745056800-1745062200@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/downtown-walking-tour-3/
LOCATION:Lykes Gaslight Square Park\, 400 N Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Downtown-Tampa-Walking-Tour.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T113000
DTSTAMP:20250331T135723Z
CREATED:20250331T130912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T135723Z
UID:10002558-1744452000-1744457400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ybor City Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/ybor-city-walking-tour-20/
LOCATION:The Cuban Club\, 2010 N Avenida Republica de Cuba\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Ybor-City-mural.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T113000
DTSTAMP:20241226T191417Z
CREATED:20241226T191416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T191417Z
UID:10002532-1742637600-1742643000@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:College Hill Black History Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the College Hill Black History Walking Tour\, a captivating 90-minute exploration of significant historical sites in Tampa’s Black community. \nThe College Hill Black History Walking Tour celebrates the rich heritage of East Tampa’s College Hill neighborhood. In the late 1800s\, Black families began purchasing lots in anticipation of a college being built—a promise that ultimately went unfulfilled. By the 1920s\, the area had become home to over 5\,000 residents. Key landmarks on the tour include Middleton High School\, the Lee Davis Community Resource Center\, the Florida Sentinel Bulletin newspaper\, the Cyrus Greene Recreation Center\, and two historic African American cemeteries: College Hill and Memorial Park. \nGET TICKETS \nLimited to 25 people\, participants will walk approximately half to one mile along public sidewalks. Please wear comfortable shoes and attire to walk outside.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/college-hill-black-history-walking-tour/
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/DSC00326-Edit-scaled-e1719678733828.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T113000
DTSTAMP:20241226T184756Z
CREATED:20241226T184755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T184756Z
UID:10002530-1742032800-1742038200@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Tampa Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/downtown-tampa-walking-tour-16/
LOCATION:Lykes Gaslight Square Park\, 400 N Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Downtown-Tampa-Walking-Tour.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T113000
DTSTAMP:20241226T183643Z
CREATED:20241226T183642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T183643Z
UID:10002527-1741428000-1741433400@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ybor City Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/ybor-city-walking-tour-19/
LOCATION:The Cuban Club\, 2010 N Avenida Republica de Cuba\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Ybor-City-mural.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T113000
DTSTAMP:20250114T212654Z
CREATED:20241226T192501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T212654Z
UID:10002533-1740218400-1740223800@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] West Tampa Black History Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the West Tampa Black History Walking Tour\, a captivating 90-minute exploration of significant historical sites in Tampa’s Black community. \nSOLD OUT \nThroughout the tour\, participants will delve into the rich Black history of West Tampa\, visiting key locations such as the former sites of J. W. Roberts City (West Tampa’s inaugural brick cigar factory)\, University of Tampa’s I. W. Phillips Field (football stadium)\, Clara Frye Memorial Hospital for Negro patients\, Tampa’s initial public housing development\, and the childhood homes of notable figures in Hillsborough County’s Black community. \nLimited to 25 people\, participants will walk approximately half to one mile along public sidewalks. Please wear comfortable shoes and attire to walk outside. This tour meets inside Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park. You should park for free near the Tampa River Center (402 Laurel St\, Tampa\, FL 33607) and meet your tour guide at the flag pole. 
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/west-tampa-black-history-walking-tour-2025/
LOCATION:Tampa River Center\, 402 W Laurel St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/IMG_0243_e3cef94b-889f-4be6-bb4a-5c748440375e-scaled-e1719853976581.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T113000
DTSTAMP:20241226T184428Z
CREATED:20241226T184357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T184428Z
UID:10002529-1739613600-1739619000@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Tampa Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/downtown-tampa-walking-tour-15/
LOCATION:Lykes Gaslight Square Park\, 400 N Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Downtown-Tampa-Walking-Tour.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T113000
DTSTAMP:20241226T183414Z
CREATED:20241226T183413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T183414Z
UID:10002526-1739008800-1739014200@tampabayhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ybor City Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGET TICKETS \nLace up and explore with us! Secure your place on these engaging monthly walking tours by purchasing advance tickets. Members receive a 20% discount by signing in to their member account before completing the purchase. Tours are limited to 25 participants and cover approximately one mile. Dress comfortably and wear suitable shoes. Tours commence from various locations\, not at the History Center\, and your confirmation email will include the specific meet-up location.
URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/ybor-city-walking-tour-18/
LOCATION:The Cuban Club\, 2010 N Avenida Republica de Cuba\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Ybor-City-mural.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay History Center":MAILTO:info@tampabayhistorycenter.org
END:VEVENT
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