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Smithsonian research project sample taken from the Tampa Convention Center boating docks
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As history buffs packed the Tampa Convention Center today for AP US History exam grading, a different academic subject was being studied just outside our facility—led by scientists from the…


Mayor Buckhorn on boat with special operations forces
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Between an “enemy village” at The Sail, helicopters on our roof, and ships exploding near our docks, it is safe to say that SOFIC brought an action-packed week to the Tampa Convention Center.Amongst…


Purdue University Students Visit the Tampa Convention Center to Learn the Ropes of Hospitality
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With waterfront views, a downtown location, and 600,000sqft of event space, the Tampa Convention Center has earned its position as a world-class facility.Each year, we host a number of major events—…


Gasparilla Pirates Shave their Beards for Cancer and Invite Kids to be Pirates for a Day
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Tampa, FL—On Sunday, Tampa’s infamous pirate ship sailed away from the Tampa Convention Center, but not without bringing smiles to children’s faces yet again.A heartwarming event took place on the…


Young Scientists and Engineers Gather at the Tampa Convention Center for the Hillsborough County STEM Fair
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This Monday and Tuesday the Tampa Convention Center hosted the annual Hillsborough County Public School STEM Fair. The HCPS STEM Fair is the biggest event of its kind in the state.  This…


Bulldozer at Water Street Tampa
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Get ready to pack your bags! A brand new luxury hotel recently broke ground next door to our facility—offering a premium lodging option for convention goers when they visit Tampa. Strategic…


Leftover Convention Resources Donated to Habitat for Humanity
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Here’s a bit of news to brighten your Tuesday! Last week, the Lumbermen’s Merchandising Corp donated leftover convention materials to Habitat for Humanity.As part of our Save the Resources initiative…


Traffic & Parking advisory for the Gasparilla Distance Classic and Expo
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Race registration: Friday, February 23rd, 2018.Road races: Saturday, February 24th & Sunday, February 25th, 2018Traffic is expected to be heavier than normal this weekend in and around downtown…


City of Tampa Prepares to Host 30th Annual Black History Celebration
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Tampa, FL—Kicking off Black History Month, the City of Tampa Black Heritage Committee, Inc. (COTBHC) will host their 30th Annual Black History Celebration this Friday, February 2nd 2018 at 11am.In…


Forklift loading truck
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Flooring is the foundation on which a home is built. And no one understands this more than the National Wood Flooring Association and Habitat for Humanity.As part of our Save the Resource initiative…


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