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One of Tampa’s premier cultural venues, the Tampa Bay History Center has three floors of exhibit galleries covering 12,000 years of Florida’s history.
Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and a Smithsonian Affiliate, the waterfront museum on 801 Water Street includes a 60-foot 1700s-era replica sailing ship and the only cartographic center in the southeastern United States.
Dine in the Columbia Cafe, a branch of the world-famous Columbia Restaurant featuring Spanish and Cuban-inspired dishes that made the 116-year-old restaurant famous.
Upcoming Events
A Night at the Museum
at Tampa Bay History Center
As the History Center winds down, the exhibits come alive! Catch pirates, explorers, Florida pioneers, sneaking around the galleries during A Night at the Museum.
Tampa Bay History Center's 15th Annual Gala
at Tampa Bay History Center
Together we’ve celebrated our past and charted a new course for the Tampa Bay History Center on Water Street thanks to your contributions during the annual Gala.
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The History Center's permanent galleries take you on a fascinating voyage through centuries of recorded history, showcasing the diverse aspects of the region's past. You'll explore the impact of Spanish exploration, gain insights into Seminole life, witness the waves of immigration and the thriving cigar industry, and immerse yourself in the stories of pioneer and rural Florida.
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