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Presented by Kristen Hare, journalist, author, and Florida travel writer Since the late 1800s, tourists have been traveling to the Sunshine State for rest, sun, and fun. Over the years, Florida's hotels, motels, and inns have provided them with a home away from home. Discover more than 60 historic properties across the state that still …
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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. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a day of learning and discovery at no cost. SIGN UP JOIN AARP 
Discover the captivating story of how Tampa navigated the era of Prohibition, exploring its origins, inventive strategies, colorful personalities, and enduring impact. Delve into a world where every stratum of society, from housewives to rumrunners, moonshiners, saloon keepers, cops, and judges, played a part in this transformative period in our history. History Center docents Shelley …
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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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Discover the captivating story of how Tampa navigated the era of Prohibition, exploring its origins, inventive strategies, colorful personalities, and enduring impact. Delve into a world where every stratum of society, from housewives to rumrunners, moonshiners, saloon keepers, cops, and judges, played a part in this transformative period in our history. History Center docents Shelley …
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Set sail aboard Craft’s inaugural history lunch cruise featuring narration by one of Florida’s most esteemed historians, Rodney Kite-Powell.
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Fred Hearns, curator of Black history, will interview Ray Arsenault, Ph.D., author of the new book "John Lewis: In Search of the Beloved Community," along with Roselia Kennedy, Ph.D., a USF professor and sister of Bernard LaFayette, Ph.D. This discussion will provide perspectives on the struggle for civil rights for Black people in Tampa and …
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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. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a day of learning and discovery at no cost. SIGN UP JOIN AARP |
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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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Join us for Living History Saturday at the Tampa Bay History Center, where Carol Mahler, museum and research library coordinator for the DeSoto County Historical Society, will take you back to the early days of World War II. Before the U.S. entered the war, Royal Air Force cadets trained in Arcadia, Florida, under the Arnold … |
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When the museum doors close, the magic begins! Join us for a family-friendly Halloween event where our exhibits come to life. Guests can explore the museum galleries while trick-or-treating, competing …
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The Black History Book Club invites Tampa Bay residents to join its sessions, emphasizing an inclusive approach to learning and discussion. Participation is free, and the initiative serves as a platform for …
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Enjoy a glass of Columbia Restaurant’s signature sangria before a gallery talk with Rodney Kite-Powell, director of the Touchton Map Library. Learn how the Gulf States, particularly Florida, played a …
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Join the History Center's docents and guest speakers as we discover Tampa's distinctive holiday spirit in our course, Holiday Traditions in Florida and Tampa. Explore the cherished traditions and past … |
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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 …
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Tampa’s Forgotten Saloon Magnate and City Builder Join us on Nov. 2 at noon for an engaging talk by Robert Mugge on his great-grandfather, the first Robert Mugge and the "saloon magnate of Tampa." Based on Mugge’s second book, “Saloon Man: A German Immigrant Battles the Limits of Liberty, 1870 to 1915,” this program covers …
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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 …
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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.
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.
