KW Art & Historical

Promoting humanities, art, & history of the FL Keys through collecting, preserving, restoring, & exhibiting significant art, artifacts, & historical properties.

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Best place ever to launch One Brilliant Flame, a book about Key West in the 19th century, in the same place as some of its pivotal scenes. @KeyWestLiterary @KWAHS @booksandbookskw @_JoyCastro

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The Key West lighthouse has been a beloved landmark on the island for 173 years! The lighthouse helped prevent wrecks by warning ships of the shallow coral reef that lay a few miles offshore.. #NationalLighthouseDay

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Key West Museum Photos Offer Rare Glimpse Of Life In The Keys At Pivotal Time In Their History https://t.co/O3QV2QfUaS

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#TBT to 1969 when local artist, Suzie dePoo created this beautiful tile piece of Eve in the Garden of Eden.

#suziedepoo #keywest #tile #painting #artwork #MuseumFromHome #zuzek #eve #gardenofeden

KWAHS Collection 2015.01.0011

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#SundayMorning is the perfect time to find a quiet space to relax in paradise.

#SundayMotivations #SundayVibes #FloridaKeys #VintagePostcards #linenpostcards #KeyWest #LoveFL #beach #palmtrees #paradise

KWAHS Collection 1987.01.0252

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In recognizing the potential threat of COVID-19 and in the interest of public health and safety, the Key West Art & Historical Society will close all 4 of its museums effective March 17 until April 1. We look forward to welcoming you back when our institutions reopen.

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JUST ANNOUNCED...

Matt Grundy Music will be the opening act for the Donavon Frankenreiter concert. Get your tickets today!

https://t.co/v1J3akWEIg

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Mary Eliza Bethel, Assistant Lighthouse Keeper of the Key West Lighthouse from 1891-1908, then head Lighthouse Keeper from 1908-1913. #internationalwomensday #ladieswhokeptthelight #keywestlighthouse #celebratewomen #honorwomen

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By train from Miami, President-elect Herbert Hoover arrived at Long Key Fishing Camp #OTD in 1929 where he hoped to land a sailfish on board the Amitie. #presidentialhistory #presidentsinthekeys #longkeyfishingcamp #sailfish

Photo credit @keywestlibrary

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After nine years of work at a cost of almost $2 million, the Casa Marina Hotel holds its grand opening with a New Year’s Eve ball #OTD in 1920. The resort is owned by the Flagler System that also owns the Florida East Coast Railroad. #FEC #keywest #casamarina #happynewyear

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Happy Holidays from everyone at the Key West Art & Historical Society. We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter through the New Year. All four museums will be closed on Christmas Day in order for our staff to spend the holiday with family and friends.

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#OTD in 1913, the Kress building opens on the corner of Duval and Fleming with a movie theater facing Duval and the five and dime store behind it. #shkressandco #keywest #duvalstreet #islandhistory

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Tickets are still available for folk artist Wayne Garcia's talk tomorrow night. He will share stories from growing up on Simonton Street, and the inspiration for his artwork.
TICKETS--->https://t.co/jGIf4IYW7B

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The reflection of the setting sun against the Key West Lighthouse is a stunning sight, isn’t it? #lighthouse #keywest #sunset #paradise

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TODAY - Shop Local! Visit all four of our Museum Stores for fantastic holiday gifts. Everything from jewelry and accessories to home decor, books and children's toys. Marvelous items for all ages awaits you at KWAHS’ Museum Stores. #beapatron #iamapatron #museumstores #shoplocal

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Taking advantage of shopping deals this weekend? Trying to find perfect gifts this holiday season? Don't forget to support your local Museum Stores this Sunday with Museum Store Sunday! Your purchases make a significant impact to KWAHS. #beapatron #museumstoresunday

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Wishing everyone an enjoyable Thanksgiving with their friends and family from the staff at the Key West Art & Historical Society #happythanksgiving #gobblegobble #friendsandfamily

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Museum Store Sunday is this Sunday from 9:30am – 4:30pm at our four museum stores at Custom House, Key West Lighthouse, Tennessee Williams and Fort East Martello. 25% off any purchase over $25. Members get 30% off any item. #beapatron #iamapatron #museumstoresunday

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@juliamhammond @TravWriters We all feel so honored!

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@TeacherPoff Love the costume!