Untold Architectural Black History of Tampa, Florida:

My 36-Year Architectural Career in Tampa

RONALD LEE HARDEN

The Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Gaither and Bloomingdale High Schools, the Harbour Island project, Mobley Park and Osbourne Landing Apartments … these are just a few of the projects architectural project manager Ronald L. Harden has been a part of that have helped the community of Tampa expand both economically and culturally in 36 years.

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RONALD LEE HARDEN

Ronald Lee Harden resides in Riverside Heights in Tampa, Florida. Before the economy slowed down, he worked as a project manager for local architectural firms. He spends his time designing artwork and is currently writing a suspense novel.

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