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Add storytelling to your special event

If learning about historic events captures your imagination, let us bring Tampa Bay’s intriguing backstories to your civic group, community organization, business, or school.

Choose from a dozen enlightening, 30-minute presentations for your group of 10 or more, or talk to us about a custom topic.

Request a speaker using the form below or call (813) 675-8983, and we’ll arrange for a speaker to visit your group. Please allow at least two weeks’ notice.

About the History Krewe

Members of the History Krewe are specially trained History Center docents who deliver the stories of Tampa’s fascinating bygone days. These 30-minute presentations include:

  • Florida’s First People
  • The Unconquered Florida Seminoles
  • Cigar City: The Story of Ybor City & West Tampa
  • The Spanish-American War
  • MacDill Air Force Base
  • Gasparilla Celebration
  • History of Tampa’s Jewish Community
  • History of Tampa
  • History of South Hillsborough County
  • The 1890s… Tampa Takes Off!

Plan a custom outreach event

Providing a dose of Tampa Bay history at your next corporate meeting or celebration is perfect for educating and entertaining attendees. Our professional staff members or docents will enlighten your guests on a number of subjects, such as:

  • History of Davis Islands
  • Ybor City and Urban Renewal
  • A Peek Inside the Museum’s Temporary Exhibits
  • Florida Wars

 TIMING OF PRESENTATIONS

Outreach presentations are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. We do our best to staff weekend and evening speaking engagements, but we cannot guarantee every request.

Support from the community is critical and allows the Tampa Bay History Center to continue its community Outreach service. Any level of donation by your group will be greatly appreciated! Book Your Presentation Today!

Download full presentation list

Fred Hearns Tampa Bay History Center Curator of Black History
Chinsegut Hill Historic Site Field Trips and Tours

Request a speaker from the History Krewe

Location of Presentation

Desired Topic

Limited availability for Costumed Interpreter. Spanish-American, Seminole, and Civil War eras only. If you chose “Historical Era/Topic” above please tell us your desired topic below.