March 31, 2026
The Weekly Challenger
ST. PETERSBURG – In honor of Women’s History Month, The Woodson African American Museum of Florida hosted its 12th annual First Ladies in African American History and Winnie Foster Lifetime Achievement Awards Luncheon. The 2026 event, which sold out, has become a premier gathering recognizing African American women and an ally, whose leadership, vision, and dedication have shaped the St. Petersburg community.
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Museum space is available for groups to schedule special events and meetings. Opportunities for collaboration on joint projects and exhibits are welcome.

The museum is available for rental for events, meetings, weddings, and more.
A. Gallery / $909.50
(plus a refundable $250 Deposit)
B. Legacy Gardens / $1,926.00
(plus a refundable $350 Deposit)
Please Note:
*A CGW Rental Agreement must be signed in order to hold venue.
*All security deposits are refundable within thirty (30) days if the Museum is undamaged.
*$250 Deposit secures your date upon return of signed rental agreement.
*Fees are due by a minimum of (30) days prior to the event

The Legacy Garden at The Woodson African American Museum of Florida is a sprawling vista complete with magnolias, a flowing fountain, a rose garden, and brick pathways. It is the result of a collaborative venture between the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership St. Pete Class of 2008, the city’s Midtown Economic Development Initiative, and the museum.
In addition to being a revenue generator for the museum, resources from the garden’s rental will help with the expansion of exhibits and displays.