Join and explore the rich character of our history.
Step inside the 60,000-square-foot Tampa Bay History Center in Tampa's bustling Channelside District and take an illuminating walk through 12,000 years of powerful stories. Follow in the footsteps of the first native inhabitants, Spanish conquistadors, pioneers, presidents, sports legends and railroad tycoons. Stroll through a 1920's era cigar store. Discover interactive maps and exhibits of the places and people whose rich ethnic heritage and adventurous spirit inspired generations. The History Center boasts a visually captivating atrium, an eclectic Museum Store and the signature Columbia Cafe. The history of the Tampa Bay region comes alive in this new state-of-the-art museum.
ANNUAL Center Membership Benefits
• Unlimited admission to museum galleries for member(s)
• Membership card and lapel pin
• Subscription to Cotanchobee newsletter
• Invitations to special events and programs
• 10% discount at the Museum Store
• 10% discount off of food and non-alcoholic beverages at the Columbia Cafe (Discount does not apply to catered events.)
Each advancing level provides additional benefits to the Center Membership.
Teacher/Student with valid ID ($25)
• Center Membership, plus
• 1 FREE unlimited admission* to museum galleries
• 1 one-time guest pass**
(Tax-deductible portion of gift - $25)
Individual ($50)
• Center Membership, plus
• 1 FREE unlimited admission* to museum galleries
• 1 one-time guest pass**
(Tax-deductible portion of gift - $50)
Companion ($65)
• Center Membership, plus
• 2 FREE unlimited admissions* to museum galleries
• 2 one-time guest passes**
(Tax-deductible portion of gift - $65)
Family ($75)
• Center Membership, plus
• FREE unlimited admission* to museum galleries for 2 adults and their children or grandchildren under the age of 18
• 2 one-time guest passes**
• Priority registration for programs and events
(Tax-deductible portion of gift - $75)
Supporter ($125)
• Family benefits, plus
• 2 anytime passes**
• A copy of our annual publication, Tampa Bay History
• Invitations to exhibit opening receptions
• Complimentary admission to over 200 museums through the North American Reciprocal Museum Program
(Tax deductible portion of gift - $107)
Sponsor ($250)
• Supporter benefits, plus
• 2 additional one-time guest passes** (total of 4)
• 2 additional anytime passes (total of 4)**
(Tax deductible portion of gift - $232)
Patron ($500)
• Sponsor benefits, plus
• 2 additional one-time guest passes** (total of 6)
• 2 annual meeting tickets
• Invitation to behind-the-scenes tours
(Tax deductible portion of gift - $482)
Members at the following levels are part of the President's Circle of the Tampa Bay History Center:
Benefactor ($1,000)
• Patron benefits, plus
• 2 additional one-time guest passes** (total of 8)
• Invitation to a President’s Circle Event
(Tax deductible portion of gift - $982)
Founder ($12,500 or $2,500 per year for five years)
• Benefactor benefits, plus
• 2 additional one-time guest passes** (total of 10)
• 2 additional anytime passes** (total of 6)
• Listing on Founder’s donor plaque
• 10% off room rental fees
(Tax deductible portion of gift - $12,410 or $2,482 each year for five years)
Sustaining Founder ($2,500 after completing the Founder commitment)
• Founder benefits, plus
• 2 additional anytime passes** (total of 8)
(Tax deductible portion of gift - $2,482)
* Please note that some rotating exhibits may have an additional fee.
** Anytime passes are for use with admission with member. Member households with anytime pass privileges can bring the number of guests indicated on their card with them for free anytime they visit the museum.
Reciprocal Program
As a member of the Tampa Bay History Center (TBHC), you can enjoy benefits from some other local attractions and cultural organizations including:
The Pier Aquarium in St. Petersburg, offers free admission for all TBHC members during the month of February 2010.
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium offers TBHC members one free regular admission with the purchase of one regular admission through December 31, 2010.
MOSI offers TBHC members one free regular admission with the purchase of one regular admission during March 1-31, 2010 and May 1-31, 2010.
The Florida Aquarium offers TBHC members one free regular admission with the purchase of one regular admission through December 31, 2010.
Time Travelers Reciprocal Program includes more than 270 museums in 41 states across the country. Members of the History Center receive special benefits at other participating institutions including discounted or free admission and gift shop discounts. For a list of participating facilities, click here.
All Reciprocal Program benefits can only be obtained with the presentation of a valid TBHC membership card at the time of entry or admission purchase.
Be part of history.
As a member you can walk through history time and time again — and share this inspiring journey with others.
For additional information on charitable gifts and corporate sponsorships, contact the office for advancement at (813) 228-0097 or e-mail membership@tampabayhistorycenter.org.
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