History of Tropicana & The Man Behind the Iconic Carton
Tue, Oct 06
|Rocky Bluff Library
Get the squeeze on the rise of Tropicana and how its founder's journey from taxicab driver to tomato farmer shaped Tropicana’s global brand today.
Time & Location
Oct 06, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Rocky Bluff Library, 6750 US 301 North, Ellenton, FL 34222
About the event
Join the Manatee County Agricultural Museum's Community Engagement Coordinator Kel Roth on a fascinating journey into the rise of Tropicana and the citrus legacy that shaped our region. Get an in-depth look at the life of Tropicana’s founder, Anthony T. Rossi, and discover how his journey from taxicab driver to tomato farmer shaped Tropicana’s global brand today. Registration is required for this FREE event.
Registration opens 5 PM on Tuesday, September 8th at https://manateelibrary.libcal.com/event/17111302.