Tampa Indian Reservation


The Tampa Reservation is one of six Seminole Indian reservations governed by the federally recognized Seminole Tribe of Florida. It is located in Hillsborough County, Florida.

Economic development

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tampa is located on the reservation in Tampa, Florida, as well as the Hard Rock Cafe, Green Room, and a food court.

History

Tampa Reservation was founded in 1980 on nine acres of land. Ruby Tiger Osceola and 17 members of her family moved from Bradenton onto the reservation, at the urging of then-Chief James E. Billie.

Reservations

Other Seminole Tribe of Florida reservations are:
Most members of the tribe are bilingual, speaking the Mikasuki language and English. Use of both Muskogean languages has declined among younger people.