Founded in 1989 by the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, the History Center opened its new, 60,000 square-foot facility on Tampa’s Riverwalk in 2009. Accredited in 2015 …
Founded in 1989 by the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, the History Center opened its new, 60,000 square-foot facility on Tampa’s Riverwalk in 2009. Accredited in 2015 by the American Alliance of Museums and a Smithsonian Affiliate museum since 2012, the History Center includes three floors of permanent and temporary exhibition galleries focusing on 12,000 years of Florida’s history.
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May 13, 2025
I visited the Tampa Bay History Center with my family. I had heard it was a good museum, but it was even better than I expected. The Tampa Bay History Center employees were very friendly and helpful.…Full review by TravelerCentralFLA
Mar 13, 2025
I am not a museum buff but this is a neat place. All ages will enjoy it. From the movies to displays to the helpful staff. Really shows you the truth of what the Indians in Florida when thru 500 yrs …Full review by smcdaniel
Feb 24, 2025
We have already visited this wonderful history center several times. We returned one day for the tour called "Every Map Tells a Story." We were amazed by the original maps on display, more than 500 y…Full review by Maria W
When is the new pirate exhibit going to open? The website says Fall 2017. Any word on a more specific opening date OR has it already opened? Thanks!
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Hi, The exhibit is now scheduled to open in January 2018, partially as a result of our active hurricane season. I am beyond excited and hope you visit it, too!
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To open our parking and transportation page. Please note that three public parking garages are within walking distance of our Water Street location. All other locations have ample parking...
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