St. Petersburg Museum of History
You couldn’t find a more pleasant place to hold your special event than at the St. Petersburg Museum of History. The ambiance at the Museum brings class and interest to your event through our Evening Rental Program. The St. Petersburg Museum of History is nestled on the beautiful waterfront in downtown St. Petersburg. This unique rental facility features the glass enclosed First Airline Pavilion overlooking breathtaking views of Tampa Bay, The Pier, Vinoy Yacht Club, sailboats at the St. Petersburg Marina, and Straub Park.

The Poynter Institute
The Poynter Institute is a waterfront 49,000 square foot building in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg’s bustling Innovation District. The facility boasts breathtaking views of Bayboro Harbor, ample on-site and free parking, and a variety of meeting and event spaces – all within walking distance of downtown St. Pete’s hotels, restaurants, and night life.

Tampa Bay Downs
Tampa Bay Downs is the only Thoroughbred racetrack on the West Coast of Florida and is known as one of America’s oldest and most well-maintained racetracks.  Tampa Bay Downs first opened its doors in 1926 under the name of Tampa Downs and has since had a long and colorful history.  Facilities include a variety of group meeting space including a casual Clubhouse, upscale Skye Terrace Dining Room, open-air Veranda, and the largest outside venue, the Trackside Pavilion.  The Party Suite seats 50-100 and is a private room featuring a climate-controlled environment with an excellent view of the finish line.

Fun Fact
St. Pete/Clearwater is among the esteemed international list of the 50 best places to travel in 2022, according to the editors of Travel + Leisure. Amazing white-sand beaches, world-class museums and craft breweries earned the destination a coveted spot on the list.