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Friday, Nov. 13 • 5:30 p.m.
The Tampa Bay History Center Annual Gala is dedicated to celebrating our region’s heritage and ensuring its preservation for future generations. This year’s Gala is especially exciting as we honor our Chairs, Andrea Gonzmart Williams and Beau Williams, whose family name is closely tied to Tampa’s civic, cultural and hospitality history. Their connection to Tampa will help shape an evening that reflects both community legacy and local history.
This year’s theme, “Golden Hour: Sunset in Sevilla,” reflects our new, earlier 5:30 p.m. start time, honors our Chairs’ family heritage, and celebrates Tampa’s deep historical connection to Spain.
A signature event of the fall season, the gala is known as one of Tampa’s most lively black-tie evenings. With an open-house format and no assigned seats, agenda, speeches, or auctions, the Gala allows sponsors and guests to socialize all evening. Luxurious dinner buffets and full bars are accompanied by live music and stunning Riverwalk views, bringing together Tampa’s founding families and newcomers alike, along with business leaders, philanthropists, and museum enthusiasts.
Corporate Sponsorships
Lead Sponsor $25,000*
20 attendees
Logo recognition as Lead Sponsor
• Gala invitation
• Event LED sign
• Event communications
• Press releases, e-blasts, and mailings
• Article in History Center newsletter
Platinum Sponsor $10,000
10 attendees
Name recognition as Platinum Sponsor
• Gala invitation
Logo recognition
• Event LED sign
• Article in History Center newsletter
Gold Sponsor $5,000
10 attendees
Name recognition as Gold Sponsor
• Gala invitation
• Event LED sign
• Article in History Center newsletter
Silver Sponsor $2,500
6 attendees
Name recognition as Silver Sponsor
• Event LED sign
• Article in History Center newsletter
*Publishing deadlines for recognition apply in all categories. The Tampa Bay History Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
2026 Gala Tickets
Patron Level
$500 per person
Name recognition on signage ($350 charitable donation)
Supporter Level
$300 per person
($150 charitable donation)
Next Generation Level
$200 per person
For individuals under the age of 40. ($50 charitable donation)
2025 Gala Photos
To view last year's photos visit the History Center's Flickr album.
Keep the celebration going.
There’s still time to support this campaign and help the Tampa Bay History Center preserve and share Florida stories. Your 100% tax-deductible gift funds exhibitions, school programs, and hands-on learning for visitors of all ages. Support preservation and education today.
