NewsCreative Loafing Tampa Bay — NewsSeptember 1, 2026Hillsborough
Legends Guitars reopens on Hillsborough Avenue under new ownership
Legends Guitars has reopened for business on Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa under new ownership, 15 years after the original shop closed its doors.
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The reopening restores a retail business that previously served as a regional hub for vintage guitar sales in the Tampa area.
Key Facts
- Legends Guitars has reopened on Hillsborough Avenue.
- The business was closed for 15 years prior to this reopening.
- The shop is operating under new ownership.
- The store was historically known for its selection of vintage guitars in the Southeast.
Who's Mentioned
locationTampa“The city where the business is located.”location3133 W Kennedy Blvd“New address of the store.”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The news publication reporting the story.”organizationLegends Guitars“The guitar shop reopening in Tampa.”locationHillsborough Avenue“The street where the shop is located.”organizationTampa Bay Journalism Project“Organization mentioned in the article footer.”personRay Roa“Author of the article.”personKent Sonenberg“Original operator of Legends Guitars.”personJulie Fischer“Individual driving the reopening of the shop.”