Because Black artists were not paid royalties on their songs in the way white musicians were, touring was among the only ways to make money from their music. However, traveling as a Black person, especially in the American South, was incredibly dangerous. On the road, travelers were faced with segregation laws everywhere. There was intense […]
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Christmas in the Country at Cracker Country
How did rural Americans celebrate Christmas before malls, e-cards and twinkly electric lights? Experience a 19th century Florida Christmas in the Country at Mildred W. and Doyle E. Carlton, Jr. Cracker Country at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Christmas in the Country will take place Saturday, December 11, 2020 from 10:00am – 4:00pm. Cracker Country is […]
Eerie Evening at the Tampa Bay Hotel
An Eerie Evening at the Tampa Bay Hotel will be held on October 22, 23, 29 and 30, 2021. See the Museum in moonlight as you’ve never see it before and investigte a questionable death at the Hotel! Period lighting and candles set the stage for a night of intrigue. Candle light flickers off the […]
Upstairs Downstairs at the Tampa Bay Hotel
Step back in time and enjoy the single-character performances that bring turn-of–the-century Tampa Bay Hotel staff members and guests to life. Each character is based wholly or in part on actual Hotel staff and guests. Based on original research conducted by the Henry Plant Museum, these characters recreate the attitudes and mores of the times […]
Speaker Series – History of Dunedin Golf Club
This presentation is about the history of the Dunedin Golf Club which was built by Donald Ross. Come learn about about the history of this unique and historic golf club.
Speaker Series – History of American Victory Ship
This presentation is about the history of the American Victory Ship which is from World War II. This ship now functions as a museum. This presentation is about the history of the American Victory Ship which is from World War II. This ship now functions as a museum. Please wear a mask. All local and […]
Speaker Series – Brooker Creek Preserve
Lara Milligan from Brooker Creek Preserve will speak about the history and mission All CDC and local guidelines will be followed. Please wear mask.