Come join the Tampa Bay History Center as they teach about the history of the MacDill Air Force Base.
How did 6,000 acres of rattlesnake-infested forest become a hub of global war-fighting activity? From an aircrew training site established before WWII to headquarters for U.S. Central Command, learn how MacDill’s mission has evolved over the decades and the important role the base plays in Tampa’s history and economy.
Recommended for adults. Funded by the Friends of the New Tampa Regional Library
Today's hours
We're open 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Mon, Oct 13 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
Tue, Oct 14 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
Wed, Oct 15 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
Thu, Oct 16 | 10:00AM to 9:00PM |
Fri, Oct 17 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Sat, Oct 18 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Sun, Oct 19 | Closed |
The 25,000 square foot New Tampa Regional Library is located on Cross Creek Boulevard adjacent to a small lake and wooded area to the south which offers a panoramic view of a natural Florida habitat from the public reading room. The library houses a comprehensive circulating collection in multiple formats and a wide variety of programs and services. In addition to a large community room and story time room, four smaller meeting rooms are available for programs, meetings, quiet study and literacy tutoring. A public makerspace, The Hive, offers unique tools, activities and events for hands-on learning.