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Many people know the story of immigrant ancestors coming to America through Ellis Island. People don't realize that is just a small part of the larger history of immigration to the United States.
Learn how to use passenger lists, border crossings, and naturalization records to discover your family’s origin and how they came to America. Recommended for adults. Registration recommended.
Today's hours
We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM
| Mon, Jun 23 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Tue, Jun 24 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Wed, Jun 25 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Thu, Jun 26 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Jun 27 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Jun 28 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Jun 29 | Closed |
This location provides Internet access through library computers and Wi-Fi connectivity. After-hours book drops are located at both the front of the building and in the parking lot. The branch is located just north of the historic Union Train Station near downtown Tampa.
This library contains many museum quality exhibits, including displays on the Civil Rights movement and the NAACP located in the lobby. The History of Central Avenue hallway features interactive touch panels, with both audio and visual elements.