City of Tampa Black History Committee, Inc.

04/10/2026

💫Community Announcements💫

Passport Weekend Event! Saturday May 2nd, 2026 from 8AM till 2PM at our Downtown Tampa Official Records Location!

Walk-ins welcome until 12pm! Learn more about what you'll need and to make an appointment at www.hillsclerk.com/passport

03/13/2026

Spring is in the air!
It’s the perfect season to step out in style.

Join us for the “Eternal Bloom” 🌸 the 2026 Unity Met Gala on Friday, March 20 at Egypt Shrine. The festivities kick-off at 6pm.

This floral fashion event hosted by the City of Tampa Black History Committee and provides an opportunity to raise scholarship funds for local high school students.

It’s a spring time party with a purpose.

Check our bio for ticket info.

03/09/2026

Join us at our 11th Annual Golf Tournament set for Saturday, April 25th, 2026 at Rodgers Park Golf Course. To register or for more information please visit our website www.COTBHC.org

02/27/2026

Congratulations staff and the AndrewsFamily for your outstanding work in truth-telling and for uplifting Tampa Bay’s Black community.

Thank you! 🙏🏾 Keep telling the truth. ✊🏾

02/27/2026

We are at 2026 Black History Congressional Record Statements event at Tampa Bay Technical High School. Go Tech!

02/27/2026

Step Into the Bloom: The 2026 UNITY Met Gala
Get ready to experience the high-fashion energy of the MET Gala right here in Tampa! We are rolling out the red carpet for a night of elegance, culture, and community as we celebrate the 2nd Annual UNITY Gala and Scholarship Fundraiser.
In partnership with the Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival, this isn’t just a party—it’s a tribute to the outstanding accomplishments of our community and an investment in the next generation of scholars.
The Theme: Eternal Bloom
This year, we are celebrating Fashion in Full Floral. Whether you’re leaning into bold botanical prints or avant-garde couture, we want to see your style in full bloom.

02/17/2026

Our Black History Celebration was one for the record books! We recognized 36 veterans from a wide variety of backgrounds for their service to our nation.

02/17/2026

Our Black History Celebration was one for the record books! We recognized 36 veterans from a wide variety of backgrounds for their service to our nation.

01/27/2026

Celebrate Black History Month with us at the 38th Annual City of Tampa Black History Celebration!

This year's theme, "Honoring Our Veterans: Celebrating 250 Years of Service and Strength," frames Tampa's Black History Celebration as an opportunity to commemorate our nation's anniversary by recognizing the men and women (living and deceased) who have kept America strong by serving in the United States Armed Forces ( Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard).

The keynote address will be delivered by Tampa Fire Chief and U.S. Navy Veteran, Barbara Tripp. With over 30 years of experience in the fire service, Chief Tripp has held positions as a Firefighter, Paramedic, Paramedic Field Training Officer, Lieutenant, Captain, Acting District Chief, Quality Assurance Officer, Rescue Division Supervisor, and Rescue Division Chief. On June 25, 2021, she was sworn in as the first female Fire Chief of Tampa Fire Rescue.

Special thanks to for their generous support!

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01/27/2026

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10/31/2025

This will be soo much fun.

Let's all show St. Pete Reads some love!😍

✨ This Saturday ✨ Free family fun at the St. Pete Reads Lit Fest!

👉🏿 Saturday, Nov. 1 at The Woodson Museum (2240 9th Ave S)

👉🏿 Meet Jerry Craft, Kiva & Nia Williams, and Sharee Miller

🎶 Enjoy music, art, and storytime for all ages

stpetereadslitfest.eventbrite.com

10/28/2025

A big thank-you to Corey Chaney/Chaney Cigar Lounge and Mike Lowrey for sponsoring “A Puff and Pour” and the raffle—an evening of ci**rs, camaraderie, and community giving.

Thank you to everyone who participated! Proceeds from the event, held on Sunday, October 26, will directly benefit deserving Hillsborough County seniors.

Congratulations to our raffle winner, Eric!
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