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Zion Cemetery Historical Marker Dedication

Date Posted: 02/05/2025
Category: Events

Honoring Tampa's First African American Burial Ground

TAMPA, Fla. - Feb. 05, 2025 - The Zion Cemetery Preservation & Maintenance Society invites the community to the dedication of the Zion Cemetery Historical Marker, a significant milestone in reclaiming and honoring Tampa's first African American burial ground. The event will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, at 11 a.m. at 3515 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, FL.  

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor will lead the dedication of the Zion Cemetery historical marker, ensuring the site's legacy is honored and preserved. Hillsborough County Commissioner Gwen Myers and Florida Representative Fentrice Driskell will deliver remarks highlighting the importance of preserving this sacred site and safeguarding the memory of those buried there is never forgotten.  

WHO:  

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor  

Hillsborough County Commissioner Gwen Myers  

Florida Representative Fentrice Driskell  

Zion Cemetery Preservation & Maintenance Society Board Members  

WHAT:  

Zion Cemetery Historical Marker Dedication Ceremony  

WHEN:  

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, at 11 a.m.  

WHERE:  

3515 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, FL  

ACTIVITIES/VISUALS:  

Unveiling of the Zion Cemetery historical marker  

Remarks from elected officials and community leaders, 

Community gathering to honor those buried at Zion Cemetery  

ABOUT ZION CEMETERY PRESERVATION & MAINTENANCE SOCIETY  

The Zion Cemetery Preservation & Maintenance Society is dedicated to the protection, recognition, and restoration of Zion Cemetery, Tampa's first African American burial ground. The 501(c) organization seeks to ensure that the history and memory of those buried at Zion Cemetery are preserved for future generations through advocacy, community partnerships, and research. Learn more: https://www.tampaha.org/zion.