our story

Our organization's history dates to 2000, when we acquired a collection of photographs from the estate of Bill Friend, a renowned photographer in the area. This marked the birth of Plant City Photo Archives, whose initial mission was to protect and preserve the historical images of Plant City. Over the next two decades, our goal evolved from simply saving digital reproductions of the photographs to exploring and understanding the historical significance behind each subject captured for posterity. The establishment of the Dr. Scotty & Hsiu Huang History Center in 2010 allowed us to expand our scope and become the Plant City Photo Archives & History Center, which focuses on uncovering and sharing the stories residing within our collection.

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Our Mission | Our Community

History | Community | Preservation

Our mission is to connect our community with its heritage by collecting and digitizing historical photographs and documents that reflect our rich and diverse history. We believe that by sharing the stories behind these images, we can inspire curiosity, respect and pride for our past and present.

Founding Members

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Verner Foundation
Plant City Photo Archives

106 South Evers St
Plant City Fl 33563
(813) 754-1578

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Business Hours

Monday | 10am - 6pm
Tuesday | 10am - 6pm
Wednesday | 10am - 6pm
Thursday | 10am - 6pm
Friday | Closed
Saturday & Sunday | Closed

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