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Mementos from under the Minarets evokes the tourist and collector in all of us, and gives visitors a glimpse of the Hotel that Henry B. Plant publicized so enthusiastically when he began developing Florida. The primary focus of the exhibit is to showcase rare souvenirs, trinkets, remembrances and memorabilia featuring the Tampa Bay Hotel–everything from whimsical alligator spoons to delicate portraiture china pieces to the exquisite hand-painted, opening day fan. Ephemera such as original postcards and stereoscopes, along with advertisements meant to lure visitors to Tampa, will augment the exhibit. In addition, the exhibit explores letters and collectibles from a number of well-known guests such as Frederic Remington, Clara Barton and Richard Harding Davis.

The St. Pete Times recently wrote about the exhibit, and it runs through December 27, and the suggested donation is $10 for adults.

Learn more about the Henry B. Plant Museum online, or visit the Henry B. Plant Museum (map) on the campus of University of Tampa, and is open to the publc.

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