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Tampa Bay Legacy is dedicated to preserving, researching, and sharing Florida’s rich and complex history. Through preservation efforts, original research, and educational outreach, the Institute works to protect cultural landmarks, uncover forgotten stories, and make history accessible to the public.

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Save 17 Orange Street!

A 116-year-old contributing structure in the Tarpon Springs Historic District is facing demolition. The AHEPA Foundation, which purchased the historic home at 17 W. Orange Street in 2025, has applied to tear it down and replace it with a museum — a plan the Heritage Preservation Board has yet to approve and community members are actively opposing.

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