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Kotler Gallery Presents The Burgert Brothers Photographic Collection
The impact of the Burgert family on commercial photography began in 1899, when S.P. Burgert and Son Opened their first photographic studio at 506 1/2 Franklin Street in Tampa. By 1918, the Burgert Brothers Commerical Photography Studio, led by brothers Jean and Al Burgert, had become a cornerstone of Tampa's photographic landscape, serving the West Coast region of Florida. The studio operated until 1963, during which time the Burgert brothers and their talented staff captured over 80,000 photographs for a wide range of clients. Their work was featured in prestigious publications such as Life and the National Geographic, as well as local newspapers, advertisements, promotional brochures, and store displays. The iconic handwritten Burgert Brothers logo, often found in the lower corner of their photographs, became a symbol of both artistic excellence and business integrity.
Today's hours
We're open 10:00AM to 9:00PM
| Mon, Apr 21 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, Apr 22 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, Apr 23 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, Apr 24 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, Apr 25 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Apr 26 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Apr 27 | Closed |
The 140,000 square foot John F. Germany Public Library serves as the reference hub and resource center for all citizens of Hillsborough County, and as the flagship library of the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library system.
Professional staff are here to provide you with timely, accurate answers to your basic information requests and to facilitate your in-depth research-whether for school, business or personal projects. The John F. Germany Public Library is home to several comprehensive research tools and local history collections.
The John F. Germany Library also serves as the local branch library for the downtown area and surrounding communities by offering popular materials such as bestsellers, music, videos, audio books, and more to customers of all ages.
Our computer labs and PCs provide a supportive environment for electronic access and learning. Meeting rooms of varying sizes are available for public use.
A variety of fun and educational programs for children and adults are presented throughout the year. These events and classes are designed to increase research and computer skills, facilitate information access, and foster the love of reading.
For art lovers, a permanent art collection enhances the ambience of the environment, including the Bella Apollonia sculpture, and rotating exhibits in the Louise & Arnold Kotler Art Gallery on the second floor, exhibits the work of local and regional artists.
If you like books and bargains, visit Grover's Corners, the Friends of the Library Bookstore, located on the first floor.