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Young historians will learn about:
- Tampa’s early development during the late 19th century
- The Gilded Age lifestyle in late 19th century Florida
- Visionary Henry Plant and the impact of his Plant System of railroads, steamships and hotels in the development of Florida
- The vital role of the Tampa Bay Hotel in the Spanish-American War
- The unique Moorish-Revival architectural style of the Hotel
- Primary sources
Young historians will experience:
- A 1 hour docent-led tour of the Museum that includes 14 original guest and public rooms of the Tampa Bay Hotel.
- Being transported back to the 1890s when the Tampa Bay Hotel was the pinnacle of high fashion and social center for local society and visitors from around the world.
Logistics
- Tours are appropriate for grades 3-12*
- Tours are available January - November
- Groups are limited to 8-50 including teachers and chaperones can be accommodated with at least two weeks' notice.
- Groups bringing more than 50 attendees require at least one month's notice and may be eligible for a Museum theater performance for no additional charge. See a clip of the theater performance here.
- Cost is $3 per student, teachers are complimentary, chaperones are $10
- View or download the additional resources below as pre-visit or follow up materials
- When booking your visit, please inform us for any necessary special accommodations
*The Museum is not just for 3rd grade social studies. Many high school, college, and after school programs for history/economics, art, education, decorative arts, Spanish and photography classes have enjoyed visiting the Museum and making cross-discipline connections.
Please contact Melissa Sullebarger at 813.258.7304 or email msullebarger@ut.edu to make your reservation with at least two weeks' notice. One month of advance notice is required for groups of over 50 attendees.
Additional resources
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