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Welcome to another deep dive into island history! Grab your sunscreen, your curiosity, and maybe a splash of rum—because today we’re heading back to the 1860s. We usually think of Key West as the ultimate vacation spot (because, let’s be honest, it is). We picture sunsets at Mallory Square, frozen drinks on Duval, and chickens roaming the streets like they own the place. But if we rewind the...
Built as part of a Methodist education complex at Hargrove Seminary, Bruce Hall had a 600 seat auditorium with a very inviting roof garden. Located at 1310 United Street, you can still find Bruce...
There are so many connections back to Key West. Lots of famous people started their lives or careers in Key West. Arturo Fuente is no exception. Unless you are into cigars, you may not recognize...
Located in Truman Annex is the old Marine Hospital. It was constructed at the request of US Navy Commodore David Porter. Construction began in 1844. The Building Construction lasted less than one...
The John Dewey house is located at 504 South Street. Although, Mr. Dewey never owned his own home in Key West, he did spend...
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 are the most photographed inhabitants of Key West. A rooster is a male chicken and the term "rooster"...
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 is located at 1400 Duval Street at the corner of Duval and South Streets. William Curry came to Key West,...
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 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 is located at 1010 Windsor Lane. This is the first Catholic Church in Key West, dedicated on February...
Fort Zachary Taylor State Park is located at the end of Southard Street in Truman Annex. Fort Zachary Taylor construction began...
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