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The Tampa Bay African American Arts & Cultural Center will be a 50,000 sq. ft.

destination featuring galleries, studios, an amphitheater, heritage trail, sculpture garden, café, and event spaces, honoring African American culture while welcoming all.

08/06/2026

Share your answer in the comments! Your voice is an important part of this story, and we can't wait to read what this center will mean to our community. 💛

08/04/2026

This August, we proudly celebrate National Black Business Month and recognize the entrepreneurs, innovators, and business owners whose ideas, determination, and leadership continue to strengthen the Tampa Bay community.

Black-owned businesses do more than create products and services; they create opportunities, preserve culture, inspire future generations, and invest back into the communities they serve.

As we build the Tampa Bay African American Arts & Cultural Center, we also celebrate the people and businesses whose contributions help shape our region's story every day.

Tag a Black-owned business you'd like to recognize in the comments! 👇

08/01/2026

Every community deserves a place where people can learn, create, connect, and celebrate.

The Tampa Bay African American Arts & Cultural Center is being built for artists, students, families, educators, performers, history lovers, and anyone who wants to experience the richness of African American arts and culture.

Whether you're looking to be inspired, explore something new, or share your own story, there will be a place for you here.

Follow along as we continue building a cultural center that will serve and inspire our community for generations to come.

07/30/2026

The arts have always been more than a form of expression. They preserve history, spark conversation, inspire creativity, and bring communities together.

This quote from Maya Angelou is a reminder of why spaces dedicated to the arts matter. We're proud to be building a place where creativity will be celebrated and shared for generations to come. 💛

07/27/2026

When people believe in something deeply enough, they give more than their support, they give their time.

The leaders behind the Tampa Bay African American Arts & Cultural Center have dedicated countless hours to advancing this project, often without recognition or applause.

Today, we’re simply saying thank you. Your commitment is laying the foundation for something that will benefit our community for generations.

07/24/2026

Every great community project is built one supporter at a time.

Whether you follow our journey, share our posts with a friend, attend an event, volunteer your time, or make a donation, you're helping create something that will educate, inspire, and celebrate generations to come.

The Tampa Bay African American Arts & Cultural Center is becoming a place where history is preserved, art is celebrated, and our community comes together. We're grateful to everyone who has joined us on this journey so far, and we're excited for what's ahead.

Thank you for being part of it! 💛

Learn more or support the mission at tampabayculturalcenter.com.

07/22/2026

The Tampa Bay African American Arts & Cultural Center will be more than just a building. It will be a place where art is celebrated, history is preserved, stories are shared, and our community comes together.

From an outdoor amphitheater and art galleries to a heritage trail, sculpture gardens, and welcoming gathering spaces, every element is designed to inspire, educate, and connect generations.

We invite you to follow along as we share more about what’s ahead. Together, we’re building a lasting legacy for Tampa Bay.

Learn more about our mission by visiting the link in our bio.

07/21/2026

Some moments deserve to be remembered, and this was certainly one of them. 💛

Our 2026 Gala brought together community leaders, artists, partners, and supporters for an evening celebrating the power of African American arts, culture, and community. Every conversation, every connection, and every shared smile reflected the vision we’re building together.

As we look back on this incredible evening, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who helped make it so special. The Gala may be behind us, but the work of inspiring, preserving, and celebrating our community is just beginning.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Stay tuned as we continue sharing highlights and exciting updates from the Tampa Bay African American Arts & Cultural Center.

📸: Film Trips

07/17/2026

It takes a community to make an evening like this possible! ✨

We are incredibly grateful to the sponsors who helped make our 2026 Gala at The Florida Aquarium such a meaningful celebration of African American arts, culture, and community.

Your generosity and partnership are helping build something that will have a lasting impact across Tampa Bay. Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in a future where culture, creativity, and history continue to inspire generations to come.

To each of our sponsors, attendees, volunteers, and supporters, thank you for making this unforgettable evening possible. We can't wait to share what's ahead!

07/15/2026

We’re honored to recognize Coca-Cola Beverages Florida for serving as the Leading Sponsor of the Tampa Bay African American Arts & Cultural Center’s Inaugural Gala that was held on Saturday, June 27 at The Florida Aquarium.

As highlighted in this video, Coke Florida is making a meaningful impact across the state by strengthening communities, supporting local initiatives, and investing in a brighter future for all Floridians.

Thank you, Coke Florida, for believing in our vision and helping us take an important first step. ✨

This is just the beginning. Over the next few days, we’ll be sharing more highlights from the Gala and recognizing the many sponsors and partners who helped make this event a success. Stay tuned! 👀

Address

2103 N. Rome Avenue
Tampa, FL
33607

Website

https://tampabayculturalcenter.com/

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