Hello, I’m Eric. I am a military veteran, a dedicated history student, and the founder of Take-N-Tampa Tours.

My journey from the military to becoming a historian began with a deep love for Tampa and its people. During my time in service, I learned the value of leaving no one behind. Today, I apply that same principle to history. Our family-owned business is built on a single mission: Inclusive Tampa History: Telling Everyone's Story.

Too often, tours focus on only one slice of Ybor City's past. Take-N-Tampa was created to highlight the full, diverse tapestry of the city—from the Cuban, Spanish, Italian, and Irish immigrants who built the foundations, to the African American and LGBTQ+ communities who shaped its vibrant culture.

When you walk with me, you aren't just getting a scripted tour; you are diving into real, thoroughly researched history, supported by the very local venues that keep this district alive today.