Most beautiful parks in Tampa: Perry Harvey Sr Park 🎶 Some helpful history courtesy of cityoftampa & tampabayhistory: Perry Harvey, Sr. had a large impact on the lives of Tampa’s African American community. He was a founding member of the Longshoreman’s Union Local #1402, and served as its President from 1937 until just prior to his death in 1972. Among his many accomplishments, he brought better wages, benefits, and improved working conditions to Tampa’s predominantly black dock workers. He helped create a black middle class in Tampa by providing jobs for those who sought employment, encouraged workers to save their money for family matters. Mr. Harvey helped create the first black-owned apartment building and plaza, which included a bank, supermarket, restaurant and other businesses. James Simon’s sculptures of musicians, dancers, and a jukebox help highlight the importance of music to the history and culture of the historic Central Avenue Business District. The spirit of musi...