Tampa Bay History Center is Free for the 4th of July

Historical interpreter Ross Lamoreaux
discusses the Second Seminole War.

The History Center is celebrating Independence Day by offering free admission on the 4th of July courtesy of Bank of America.

For the third year in a row, the History Center will feature costumed reenactors representing several eras of American military history throughout their exhibit galleries. Costumed historical interpreters will depict Civil-War, Seminole War, Spanish American War, and WWII,-era soldiers, sailors and citizens. Interpreters will share hands-on displays of artifacts, uniforms, crafts and music.

4th of July Free Admission Day, Presented by Bank of America, will allow all visitors to enjoy free admission to the History Center's exhibit galleries, with extended hours from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Enjoy a cool beverage at the Columbia Cafe, explore the downtown Riverwalk, or bring a blanket and spread out in Cotanchobee Park to enjoy the Channelside fireworks, scheduled to begin at 9 p.m.
For more information, visit our website, http://www.tampabayhistorycenter.org/ or call (813) 228-0097 ext.0