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January 11 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...

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Ybor City Walking Tour
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January 15 Join comedian Matt Fernandez and the History Center’s Rodney Kite-Powell for an entertaining look at one of Tampa’s most iconic celebrations — Gasparilla. Blending humor with historical insights,...

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History as a Joke: Gasparilla
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January 18 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...

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Downtown Tampa Walking Tour
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January 22 The Tampa Bay History Center will host AARP Tampa Bay Day, offering free admission to AARP members. Participants can register online to take advantage of this opportunity to explore the region's history....

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AARP Tampa Bay Day
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January 22 This program examines the intertwined history of Tampa’s Catholic and Jewish communities. A panel of longtime local leaders will share knowledge and personal experiences, offering insights into this...

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Florida Conversations: History of Catholic-Jewish Relations in Tampa Bay
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Event Series AARP Day

AARP Day

Tampa Bay History Center 801 Water Street, Tampa, FL, United States

The History Center hosts AARP Day on the third Wednesday of each month. AARP members can register online to take advantage of free admission.

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Book Group: “Come to My Sunland”

Discuss the writings of Julia Daniels Moseley, which were compiled by her granddaughter, Julia Winifred Mosely, and Betty Powers Crislip.

Free

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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

Adult: $18.95
College Student: $16.95
Senior (60+): $16.95
Youth (7-17): $14.95
Child (0-6): Free
Members: Free

**First responders and veterans may receive discounted admission at Visitor Services.

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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.

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