Step inside TECO Hall or join online for Stories of Florida’s fishing culture, part of the Tampa Bay History Center’s 2025 Florida Conversations series. This lively panel brings together experts from Florida Fish and Wildlife and Florida Folklore to share the stories, traditions, and lasting appeal of fishing across the state. From coastal communities to inland waters, discover how Florida’s fishing heritage continues to shape its people and culture.

Florida has long been a hidden player in shaping film and television. Join historian David Morton, Ph.D., as he uncovers the state’s cinematic legacy, from Jacksonville’s early studios to South Florida’s modern television boom.