The Chiselers, Inc.

08/24/2026

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As always, we are grateful for your support.

Thank you for giving your gently used treasures. Your donations have made it possible for us to host Tampa's premier annual shopping event The Chiselers Market. This once a year sale helps us to raise the vital funds needed to support the preservation and restoration of Plant Hall.

08/22/2026

The Chiselers Warehouse will be open to receive donations today from 9 a.m. to noon, as well as every Thursday and Saturday in August and September, excluding Sept. 5, Labor Day weekend.

Every donation contributes to the success of our annual Chiselers Market. Through that event, we raise funds needed to continue our vital work restoring and preserving historic Plant Hall.

ACCEPTING: Gently used furniture, rugs, home accessories, silver, china and crystal, collectibles, lamps and luggage, toys and tools. Please, no TVs, mattresses, cribs or car seats.

WHERE: 212 N. Newport Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

DIRECTIONS: North from Kennedy Blvd on N. Willow Ave, then right on W. North B St, and another right on N. Newport Ave to the roll-up door.

As always, we sincerely appreciate your support.

08/20/2026

The Chiselers Warehouse will be open to receive donations from 9 a.m. to noon today, as well as every Thursday and Saturday in August and September (except Labor Day weekend, 9/5).

No donation is too small; every item you give contributes to the success of our annual Chiselers Market. Through that event, we raise critically needed funds to continue our work restoring and preserving historic Plant Hall.

ACCEPTING: Gently used furniture, rugs, home accessories, silver, china and crystal, collectibles, lamps and linens, toys and tools. Please, no TVs, mattresses, cribs or car seats.

WHERE: 212 N. Newport Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

DIRECTIONS: North from Kennedy Blvd on N. Willow Ave, then right on W. North B St, and another right on N. Newport Ave to the roll-up door.

Do you have large items you'd like to donate? Please message us to arrange a pickup.

As always, we thank you for your support.

08/17/2026

Our warehouse will be open to receive donations Thursdays and Saturdays, 9 am to noon, the rest of this month, and all of September (except 9/5).

The Chiselers is a group of volunteers dedicated to the preservation and restoration of Henry B. Plant Hall. Your donations enable us to host our annual premier shopping event, The Chiselers Market. The funds raised through that event directly fund The Chiselers’ work on Plant Hall.

NEEDED: Gently used furniture, rugs, art, tools and toys, home accessories, silver, china and crystal. Please, no: TVs, mattresses, cribs or car seats.

WHERE: 212 N. Newport Ave, Tampa, 33606

DIRECTIONS: North of Kennedy Blvd on N. Willow Ave, then right on W. North B St, and another right on N. Newport Ave to the roll-up door.

Thank you very much for your generosity.

08/15/2026

The Chiselers Warehouse will be open to receive donations from 9 a.m. to noon today, as well as every Thursday and Saturday in August and September (except Labor Day weekend, 9/5).

No donation is too small; every item you give contributes to the success of our annual Chiselers Market. Through that event, we raise critically needed funds to continue our work restoring and preserving historic Plant Hall.

ACCEPTING: Gently used furniture, rugs, home accessories, silver, china and crystal, collectibles, lamps and linens, toys and tools. Please, no TVs, mattresses, cribs or car seats.

WHERE: 212 N. Newport Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

DIRECTIONS: North from Kennedy Blvd on N. Willow Ave, then right on W. North B St, and another right on N. Newport Ave to the roll-up door.

As always, we thank you for your support.

08/13/2026

On this , we’re proud to share our 67-year history of preserving and restoring the Tampa Bay Hotel, now H.B. Plant Hall at The University of Tampa. Every donation supports and enables our vital work to ensure this Tampa treasure is here for generations to come.

The historic Tampa Bay Hotel shares a deep, historic bond with bay area military and service members . This 813 day, we are honored to recognize the armed forces groups that continue to serve as the cornerstone of this great city.

On this day in 1929, an announcement was made in the Tampa Morning Tribune requesting all war veterans and dependents of deceased veterans, who have not applied for or obtained adjusted compensation certificates, or "soldiers bonus," must do so before Dec. 31, or forever lose their rights. Certificate applications were made available at the Legion post club rooms in the Tampa Bay Hotel Casino.

In August 1929, the Tampa Sunday Tribune announced a meeting for the General Joe Wheeler Camp No. 2 and Auxiliary No. 9 (U.S.W.V.). Held at the Tampa Bay Hotel Casino, the gathering brought together members of the United Spanish War Veterans— an organization for veterans of the 1898 Spanish-American War and its national women's support groups.

In May 1898, General Wheeler arrived in Tampa to take command of the cavalry forces. At the time, Tampa was chosen as the primary port of embarkation for the U.S. invasion of Cuba with the Tampa Bay Hotel serving as the military headquarters.

Explore how Tampa’s story begins here:
https://www.plantmuseum.com

Photos courtesy of Hillsborough County Public Library Burgert Brothers collection:
Sons of the American Legion organizational meeting held in Tampa Bay Casino: Tampa, Fla. May 20, 1935

08/11/2026

08/11/2026

The Chiselers Warehouse will be open to receive donations from 9 a.m. to noon every Thursday and Saturday in August and September.

No donation is too small; every item you give contributes to the success of our annual Chiselers Market. Through that event, we raise funds to continue our vital work restoring and preserving historic Plant Hall.

ACCEPTING: Gently used furniture, rugs, home accessories, silver, china and crystal, collectibles, lamps and linens, toys and tools. Please, no TVs, mattresses, cribs or car seats.

WHERE: 212 N. Newport Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

DIRECTIONS: North from Kennedy Blvd on N. Willow Ave, then right on W. North B St, and another right on N. Newport Ave to the roll-up door.

For more than 50 years, your donations have made it possible for us to host Tampa's premier annual shopping event The Chiselers Market. Through that event, we raise funds to continue our vital work restoring and preserving historic Plant Hall.

Please note: The warehouse is not open to the public during these times. We're only open for donation drop-offs.

As always, we thank you for your support.

08/10/2026

☀️🌴🌊 Did you know that long before there were theme parks and beaches, tourists flocked to Florida for its therapeutic and restorative waters?

Join us as we journey back to the Gildied Age to find out how Florida's luxury resorts including the Tampa Bay Hotel transformed Tampa into a premier health retreat.

Don't miss this exclusive presentation and book signing event featuring acclaimed author Rick Kilby as he discusses his captivating book, Florida's Healing Waters: Gilded Age Mineral Springs, Seaside Resorts, and Health Spas.

The book examines how Florida’s natural wonders were promoted and developed as restorative destinations for America’s emerging upper class. The rapid growth in tourism infrastructure that began during the Gilded Age lasted well into the twentieth century. Kilby explains how these resorts helped boost the economy of modern Florida. Resorts in the book include Safety Harbor, Hotel Alcazar and the Tampa Bay Hotel!

📚 Book Signing and Presentation

🗓️ Saturday, August 15
⏰ 3:00 - 4:30 PM
📍Henry B. Plant Museum

For more information, please contact Selena Martinez, Curator of Education, at [email protected].

Explore how Tampa’s story begins here:
https://www.plantmuseum.com

08/08/2026

The Chiselers Warehouse is open today, Saturday, August 8th for donation drop-offs.

Now Accepting:
Gently used furniture, rugs, home decor, books, jewelry, silver, china and crystal, collectibles, kitchenwares, lamps, linens toys and tools.
(Please note: we are unable to accept TVs, mattresses, cribs, or car seats.)

Drop-off Location:
212 N. Newport Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Directions:
North of Kennedy Blvd on N. Willow Ave, turn right on W. North B St, then right on N. Newport Ave. Please use the roll-up door.

Your generous donations help make The Chiselers Market -- Tampa’s premier annual shopping event -- possible. Proceeds from the Market directly support our mission to restore and preserve Tampa’s iconic Plant Hall, ensuring its beauty and history endure for generations to come.

Thank you for sharing your treasures and for being such an important part of our work.