Walking down Greene Street, away from Duval, on your right is a large brick building. With its granite stairs and very ornate iron balustrade at its entrance, you probably just walk on by... at least most people do. But, this building is the Old City Hall. It's not the original building, that one was built out of wood and was destroyed during the Great Fire. From the Beginning In the 1830's,...
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Mansard Roof – Look up to see Details! – Historic Walking Tour
Walking around Key West, you can find so many interesting things. People, roosters and of course, the architecture. I often highlight interesting buildings to see, based on either its history or...
Fort Zachary Taylor – Don’t Miss This!
When you think of Fort Zachary Taylor, you think beach, snorkeling and sunset. But, did you know there is a Civil War Fort in the Park? Don't miss this the next time you visit the park. The park...
Key West Electric Company – A Modern Building on a Historic Walking Tour
When you head over to James Street you see a little different Key West. The buildings are more functional ... modern than those you find a few streets over in Old Town. The Key West Electric...
John Dewey House – Historic Walking Tour
The John Dewey house is located at 504 South Street. Although, Mr. Dewey never owned his own home in Key West, he did spend...
E. H. Gato Cigar Factory
The E. H. Gato cigar factory is located at 1100 Simonton Street at the corner of Simonton and Amelia Streets. This is the second...
Key West Roosters
Key West roosters are the most photographed inhabitants of Key West. A rooster is a male chicken and the term "rooster"...
The Artist House – Historic Walking Tour
The Artist House is located at 534 Eaton Street. It was built in 1887 by Thomas Otto. Thomas lived in the house for about 40...
The Southernmost House – Historic Walking Tour
The Southernmost House is located at 1400 Duval Street at the corner of Duval and South Streets. William Curry came to Key West,...
Custom House
The Custom House is located at 281 Front Street. This big red brick building was built as the U.S. Custom House. It opened in...
Mallory Square
Mallory Square is the center of all activities in Key West. It won't take you too long to realize that sunset is a celebration...
St. Mary, Star of the Sea – Historic Walking Tour
St. Mary, Star of the Sea is located at 1010 Windsor Lane. This is the first Catholic Church in Key West, dedicated on February...
West Martello
Located at 1100 Atlantic Blvd on Higgs Beach, the West Martello is one of three Civil War era forts on the island. The shape and...
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Audubon House
The Audubon House located at the corner of Whitehead and Green Streets is a beautiful example of American Classic Revival Style....
Captain George Carey House – Historic Walking Tour
The Captain George Carey House is located at 410 Caroline Street. It was built in 1834 by Captain Carey. He was a wealthy...
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is a must see. Located at 907 Whitehead Street, it's across from the Lighthouse and just...
Harry S. Truman Little White House
The Harry S. Truman Little White House is a great stop for anyone interested in history. Located at 111 Front Street, the...