In 1988, St. Lawrence Catholic Parish began planning for a much-needed center to house various ministry programs, parish and school events, wedding receptions, private functions, and meeting facilities.
On June 21, 1992 construction began, and in January of 1994, the completed building was named Higgins Hall, dedicated to the parish's founding pastor, Monsignor Laurence Higgins. Msgr. Higgins retired as pastor in July of 2007. Upon his retirement, Fr. Tom Morgan was chosen to be the second pastor of the Parish. 2015 brought the Parish a third pastor, Monsignor Michael Muhr and in 2018 St. Lawrence welcomed Fr. Dan Kayajan. We will welcome Msgr. Michael Carruthers in July 2021 to lead the Parish. He brings exciting ideas for the future of the Parish while still honoring the legacy that Monsignor Higgins established.
Conveniently close to Downtown Tampa, Ybor City, Tampa International Airport, Raymond James Stadium and George M. Steinbrenner Field, Higgins Hall is in the heart of Tampa.
Our timeless building is suited to many events while delivering first class service. The exterior of our venue is modern, while the interior is inviting and elegant with hardwood floors and large windows. The East side of the building offers an outdoor patio with multiple fountains and foliage perfect for additional entertaining al fresco.
We invite you to celebrate your memorable occasion by experiencing our alluring charm and rich history. The stunning property of Higgins Hall captures the essence of Tampa while providing a wide variety of services and offerings to ensure that your special day is marked by style, elegance, and class.
We would like to offer you the opportunity to experience our unique ambiance first-hand. To assist you in your event planning needs, please make an appointment with our Events Manager to tour the property. Again, thank you for considering Higgins Hall to host your upcoming event, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!
