Tampa Bay History Center

History museum · Garrison Channel District

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A Smithsonian Affiliate on the Riverwalk, this museum threads 12,000 years of regional stories—from Seminole artifacts to cigar-shop recreations. Southern Living recommends it for first-timers; locals come for talks and the map library. It’s a thoughtful orientation to Tampa’s past and present.

https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/visit/
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801 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602 Get directions

tampabayhistorycenter.org

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