Colorful sculptures and palm trees in a sunny plaza setting.

Soulwalk

Leaders’ Row by Mike Parker at Perry Harvey Park

Leaders’ Row by Mike Parker at Perry Harvey Park

 

 

Journey through Tampa's soul on this remarkable arts and heritage trail that celebrates the rich history of the city's Black communities while showcasing the vibrant creative energy that defines Tampa today. Spanning 46 miles across 25 diverse neighborhoods, Soulwalk connects you to nearly 100 unique destinations -- from powerful public art installations and historic landmarks to museums and sacred spaces that hold generations of stories. 

This collaborative effort with the Tampa Bay History Center, University of South Florida, and other community partners offers fresh perspectives and meaningful ways to engage with Tampa's cultural legacy. Ready to explore? Take a tour or use the Bloomberg Connects App to start your mobile adventure through Tampa's living history.

46
Miles
26
Neighborhoods
100 +
Historic Sites

Spanning nearly 100 unique destinations — from powerful public art installations and historic landmarks to museums and sacred spaces that hold generations of stories — Soulwalk connects you to Tampa's living history through a collaborative effort with the Tampa Bay History Center, University of South Florida, and community partners.

 

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Public art

Public Art

Experience powerful installations and murals that celebrate Black culture, history, and artistic expression.

50+ art installations

Cemeteries

Cemeteries

Sacred burial grounds that preserve Tampa's Black heritage across generations. From documented burials to sites built over by development, these honor our ancestors.

Historical Markers

Historical Markers

Discover the stories behind historic markers, from civil rights landmarks to community foundations.

25+ markers across the city

Bloomberg app interface displaying East Tampa & Sulphur Springs artwork.
Bloomberg Connects App

Download the Bloomberg Connects App to get descriptions of every site, walking routes and more. Once the app is on your phone, simply search for "Tampa Soulwalk" to begin.

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Tampa's history and diverse heritage

shape who we are today as a community

and who we will be tomorrow. 

 

Soulwalk helps us to connect with our cultural heritage

to better understand our ancestors' triumphs and struggles

and to ensure that history is not erased or misrepresented."


Mayor Jane Castor
City of Tampa


Updated: 12/11/2025