If you want to discover the history of how Tampa evolved, this is a good place to come. I wanted to give it a good rating but there isn't one and apart from the historical displays, I wouldn't rate it as very good. There were...More

A must to learn of Tampa's rich and interesting history. The exhibits are very interesting and very well laid out. It is especially fun for kids with many interaction exhibits, plus hands-on exhibits for kids to play with. If you are local. Ask about the...More

We had about 1 1/2 hours to go through the museum, and I wish we had about an hour more time. There are three different levels with informative displays on each floor. They went into the history of the cigar industry in Tampa, as well...More

I can’t speak to the content of the museum as we never got in the door. We had purchased what was supposed to be a reciprocal museum membership with this museum listed as free, but when we arrived were told it would only get us...More

The museum is quite well put together and very informative. Learned a lot about Tampa and Florida’s history dating from Native Americans all the way to present day. The interactive maps and other exhibits were very cool.

Anyone visiting these exhibits will be impressed by the amount of information provided and the interesting way it is shown. The layout is very modern and colourful. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Well worth a visit.

They have short, informative videos and dioramas to watch along the way. Take in all three floors - you have the choice of taking stairs or an elevator. The history of the Tampa area is covered very well from war times to prehistoric times and...More