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Gasworx District
Embrace Ybor City’s Rich Heritage and Future Vision
Ybor City’s vibrant culture is deeply intertwined with the contributions of Afro-Cubans who immigrated to Tampa from the late 1880s through the 1910s. Despite the challenges of segregation in the South, the Afro-Cuban community found a place within Ybor City, creating their own distinct neighborhoods, particularly along Sixth Avenue between Ninth and Twelfth Streets. One notable institution was La Sociedad La Unión Martí-Maceo, a Mutual Aid Society founded in honor of Jose Martí and Antonio Maceo. Though the club faced significant setbacks in the 1950s and was forced to relocate after the 1965 Maryland Avenue Urban Renewal project, it remains a testament to the resilience of the Afro-Cuban community, continuing its legacy in a new location on Seventh Avenue.
Get a Glimpse of Ybor City’s Future
Gasworx is set to redefine Tampa’s landscape with a groundbreaking 50-acre, 6 million square foot mixed-use neighborhood that honors Ybor City’s rich cultural heritage. Central to this vision is La Unión, symbolizing the first of many exciting developments designed to revitalize and invigorate the area. Phase 1, launching between 2024 and 2026, will introduce 1,250 modern residential units, 100,000 square feet of office space, and 105,000 square feet of retail, heralding a new era of growth and vibrancy for Ybor City. Explore how Gasworx is merging Ybor City’s storied past with a dynamic future, creating a thriving community that celebrates both its history and its evolving potential.
