Key West connection: The twist that turned the cigar industry toward Tampa
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Highlights from the collection
The Peter Martyr Map
European exploration of North America began in Florida in the 1500s, predating both the Jamestown and Plymouth Colonies. Printed in 1511, the Martyr Map even predates the arrival of Ponce de Leon.
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Tom Touchton, the founder of the Touchton Map Library at the Tampa Bay History Center, discusses highlights from the collection.
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Plan your visit
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: $16.95
College Student: $14.95
Senior (60+): $14.95
College Student: $14.95
Senior (60+): $14.95
Youth (7-17): $12.95
Child (0-6): Free
Members: Free
Child (0-6): Free
Members: Free
**First responders and veterans may receive discounted admission at Visitor Services.
Chart your way to Key West...
Browse the full archive of Key West maps in the Touchton Map Library Digital Collection.