Download or read book A Guide to Historic Tampa written by Steve Rajtar and published by History & Guide. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tampa--the town that began as a Civil War garrison, housed a cigar manufacturer's dream, and became a city oasis in paradise. Tampa is a spicy mix of cultures and traditions, some from as far away as the tip of South America--others as homegrown as the cigars from old Ybor City. Whether you want to discover the city's secrets, reminisce with the locals, or explore streets that retain the historic flavor of Old Florida, Author and local historian Steve Rajtar guides you through the history and historic sites of beautiful old Tampa, with wonderful vintage photographs and street-by-street details of "The Cigar City."
Download or read book The Guide to Historic Tampa written by Steve Rajtar and published by History Press Library Editions. This book was released on 2007-08 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Secret Tampa Bay A Guide to the Weird Wonderful and Obscure written by Joshua Ginsberg and published by Reedy Press LLC. This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Where can you join in a pirate parade, see live mermaids, and catch a flamenco dance performance at the oldest and largest Spanish restaurant in America? Where does the spirit of an ancient Tocobaga shaman allegedly continue to protect the area from the forces of nature? Where can you wander through secret gardens, listen to bagpipe music, take a class in fire spinning, and sample a seemingly endless variety of local craft beers, all on the same day? The answer, of course, is Tampa Bay. Secret Tampa Bay: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure provides a deeper dive into the local culture, history, art, and one-of-a-kind attractions as alternatives to the usual beaches and theme parks. Whether it’s an abandoned island fort from the Spanish-American War, a dolphin famous for its prosthetic tail, a love story captured on a tombstone, or a town of circus sideshow performers, whatever natural or unnatural wonder you’re seeking, you are sure to find it here. Join author Joshua Ginsberg as he explores Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and the surrounding areas in search of hidden history, strange monuments, museums, oddities, antiques, and the very best Cuban sandwich. From gangsters to gators to ghost stories, it’s sure to be a memorable experience.
Download or read book Insiders Guide to the Greater Tampa Bay Area written by Anne Anderson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-03-16 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your Travel Destination. Your Home. Your Home-To-Be. Greater Tampa Bay Area “Kick back at the beach. Kayak through a mangrove tunnel. Savor one-of-a-kind restaurants and world-class arts. • A personal, practical perspective for travelers and residents alike • Comprehensive listings of attractions, restaurants, and accommodations • How to live & thrive in the area—from recreation to relocation • Countless details on shopping, arts & entertainment, and children’s activities
Download or read book Tampa Bay in History written by Rodney Carlisle and published by Pineapple Press. This book was released on 2018-01-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A guide to more than 50 sites in historical context."
Download or read book 100 Things to Do in Tampa Bay Before You Die Second Edition written by Kristen Hare and published by Reedy Press LLC. This book was released on 2018-10-15 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tampa Bay offers an array of interesting places to visit and explore, including beautiful beaches, aquariums, theme parks, breweries, art museums, parks, and restaurants. But whether you’re a local or a tourist, there are plenty of spots you might be missing. Why not step into the dark night in Ybor City to discover the streets and spaces where stories of early immigrants unfold on a walking ghost tour? Or watch the 1940s sponge diving video and then soak up the Greek culture and kooky kitsch at Spongeorama in Tarpon Springs. Climb through the great aboveground root forest at Edward Medard Conservation Park in Plant City. Or wait for the first weekend of each month and dig through the treasures at Brocante Vintage Market in St. Pete. In this second edition of 100 Things to Do in Tampa Bay Before You Die, you’ll find one hundred ideas to help you get to know Tampa Bay, or get to know it even better.
Download or read book Ybor City Pocket Guide written by Jonathan Phillip Sauerbrun and published by . This book was released on 2022-08-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Planning a trip to the Tampa, FL area? Don't forget to visit the Ybor City Historic District. This handy pocket guide showcases this vibrant National Historic Landmark District and former "Cigar Capital of the World." Visitors come for not only the cigars, but the history, the restaurants, shopping and diversity of this lively area. The Ybor City Pocket Guide features more than 200 pages of information in 15 sections. Here's what you can look forward to during your visit: Where to stay, where to park, other transportation and practicalities. Ybor City history including short bios on its two illustrious figures, Don Vicente Martinez-Ybor and Jose Marti. The story of the cultural and ethnic groups who settled in Ybor City, the impact of organized crime on the community and about the long-term rooster residents. Where to start your tour, including the Ybor City Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center (the "VIC"). You'll get an insight into the state of the cigar industry today and where to shop for cigars and learn how they are made. Guided walking tours are plentiful and self-guided tours are also included with descriptions of the significance of all the historical sights. You'll be directed to enlightening museums and exhibits documenting the more than 135 years of Ybor City's existence. Eating, restaurants, and entertainment information is provided as no historical district is complete without its featured entertainment! Ybor City has been dubbed "the Bourbon Street of Tampa" with good reason! Ybor for Kids and Arts and Culture are also presented. And in case you are overwhelmed, there is one short section simply entitled "Ybor City At a Glance." Enjoy your stay in Ybor City, FL!
Download or read book Archeology and Historic Preservation written by S. Gayle Russell and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Rinaldi s Official Guide Book of Tampa and South Florida written by Charles Vincent van Horn and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-01-29 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Rinaldi's Official Guide Book of Tampa and South Florida: With Maps and Illustrations Tampa 106 Centro Espanol Sanitarium. 103 Children's Home 103 Chicago to Florida 283 Churches 63, 143 Cigar Boxes 279 Cigar Factories 63 Circulo C, ubano 106 City Beautiful 312 City Churches 314 City Hall 45 City Information Bureau 25 Clara Frye Hospital Clearwatter College of Sacred Heart Coming of White Men. Confederate Monument Contents Cost of Living Country Clubs Court Square Circulo Cubano Club Dade City Darn, the Death Rate De'soto Came in 1539 Desoto Oaks. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Visitor s Guide written by Tampa Bay History Center and published by . This book was released on 2011* with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Historic Overview of West Tampa Historic Places written by M. C. Leonard and published by . This book was released on 1978* with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Rinaldi s Official Guide Book Of Tampa And South Florida written by Charles Vincent Van Horn and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published in the early 20th century, this guidebook provides a fascinating glimpse into the history, culture, and attractions of Tampa and South Florida. It includes detailed maps and illustrations, as well as recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and other tourist destinations. Whether you're a history buff, a traveler, or a student of Florida's past, this book is sure to delight. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Rinaldi s Guide Book to the City of Tampa written by and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2016-09-09 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Rinaldi's Guide Book to the City of Tampa: Containing Map of the City, Street Car Schedules, Railroad and Steamship Timetables, Points of Interest, and Commercial, Historical, Statistical and General Information Health is one of the prime factors of any city; without a healthy climate no city can prosper. Tampa is universally con ceded to be one of the most healthful cities in the United States. The death rate of the United States is 015, while of Tampa it is 0139. The Tampa rate is the lowest of any large city in the South. Taking into consideration the fact that there are a great many persons coming into the city at all times during the year. And' especially during the winter months, who are in ill health and die from causes not attributed to Tampa conditions, the above figures show the health of Tampa exceptionally good. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Vintage Tampa Signs and Scenes written by John V. Cinchett and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2009-02-02 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the 1950s, the Cinchett Neon Sign Company came to be Tampas best-known sign maker. When the city planned to build a zoo, the mayor asked Cinchett to design the new sign. Fried chicken king Colonel Sanders had the sign company create all the neon work for his first two Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurants in Central Florida, and soon after, other reputable businesses came calling.
Download or read book Historic Overview of West Tampa a General History written by M. C. Leonard and published by . This book was released on 1978* with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book RINALDIS GD BK TO THE CITY OF written by Anonymous and published by . This book was released on 2016-08-29 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Historic Overview of Tampa Heights written by M. C. Leonard and published by . This book was released on 1978* with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
