Preserve, Interpret, Present
Bing Rooming House African American Museum
“Bing Rooming House African American Museum is at the forefront of diversity, thought and content in Plant City, Florida” James “Jimmy” Washington (2007)
THE MUSEUM IS CLOSED THRU DECEMBER 2025
The Plant City Bing Rooming House Museum is closed at this time due to damage from Hurricane Milton. Repairs are underway as well as a fundraising campaign.
Limited private tours are available to review damage prior to making contributions. Please call 813-757-6760.
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT
Restoration Campaign 2025 ($25 – $1000).
This fundraising effort is a continuation of the online project that began in February 2025. The Plant City Bing House Museum suffered major damage from Hurricane Milton in October 2024. As of December 1, 2025 the fundraising total is $325,000.50. The project involves raising the museum foundation 4 feet, repairing water damage and restoring floors and spaces for exhibits. The fundraising goal is $500,000.00. Major business donors include the Plant City Chamber/Glazer Foundation, Tampa Electric, Cardel Homes, and 2500 residents that made a donation ranging from $25.00 to $500.00. Again, we are seeking 4000 individual donations of $25.00 or more. The goal is near and we are extremely grateful for the donations received during the 2025 year.
Please see the donation QRC link below next to our photo (October 10, 2024).
Click the link here to donate $25.00 to restore in 2025.
STILL SERVING WHILE REPAIRS ARE UNDERWAY!
SUMMER FUNDRAISER CAMPAIG KICK-OFF
SUMMER SOLSTICE SUMMER ALL WHITE PARTY IS A SUCCESS!
Free Veteran’s Assistance Program continues despite closure.
Every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. local military veterans can stop by the Bing House Museum and receive free assistance in applying for veteran benefits. Local resident Mr. Hampton George, retired U.S. Army has assisted over 3,000 veterans since October 2020. No need for an appointment. Just stop by.
Museum part of downtown mural
Downtown Plant City Mural located at the corner of Collins and MLK Blvd includes an accurate presentation of Plant City’s history. The mural highlights pioneers and signature events. The Bing House Museum, Mr. E.L. Bing, Hillsborough County’s first African American to serve as county commissioner, and Officer Candice a member of Plant City Police Department. In the above photo is Mr. Wayne Green (grandchild) and Harry Bing (son of Mr. E.L. Bing Jr.).
Let the Story tell the story
The museum strives to accurately preserve, interpret, and present Plant City’s African American history from an African American perspective. Exhibits, artifacts, storyboards, oral history, and written documents help both American and international visitors better understand the experiences of African Americans during the segregation era.
Latin Jazz Recording Artist Jose Ramirez jams at Plant City Blues, BBQ & Berries on Evers Street June 26, 2021.
Special Thanks to Solution Source, Wetherington Tractor Services and Hillsboro Bank, Holiday Inn Express and Marzucco Realty.
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Plant City African American Historic Tour
Plant City is home to over 27 parks, places, museums and people relating to historic moments regarding African American History.