Art & Historical Society

Friday, April 4

1:00pm - 2:30pm  Historic Tours of America Trolley Tour.  Join us as we journey through the colorful streets, stopping at the iconic sights that have shaped Key West's vibrant culture and rich history.  Additional tour information given by P.J. Eaton of the Key West Woman's Club. 

Stop 1:  The Monroe County Library where Historian Dr. Corey Malcolm will give a presentation on the history of the Key West Woman's Club.

Stop 2:  The Historic American Legion Hall, in Bahama Village, where Director Nancy Moulton will give a brief presentation about the importance of this American Legion Hall in Key West. There are two drop off locations: 

Eco-Discovery Center & the original pick-up location on Caroline Street where you can walk to The Truman Little White House (ticketed cost at gate)

Wednesday,  April 2

4:00pm The Tropic Cinema, will have a special 'Opening Night' on Wednesday, April 2, the day before Day 1 of the Key West Historic Days Celebrations' formal opening.  The Tropic Cimena will be showing, REAP THE WILD WIND, written by Thelma Strabel.  She was so enamored with Key West and its history that in 1940 she bought a house  in Key West.  Dr. Malcom, Historian of our Key West Library, the Monroe County Library has supported the Tropic Cinema Historic Key West Film Series with a grant.  He will introduce the Historic Key West Film Series.  Dr. Marlene Thorn will then introduce the week’s events of the Historic Days Celebration. 

First come - first serve

.  Limited to 145 people.

Limit 145

Friday, April 4

10am - 4pm

Monroe County Public Library

A presentation about the Key West Woman's Club and  leadership in the community by Dr. Malcom, Monroe County Library Historian.

 "EXPERIENCE THE RIDE THAT STAYS ALIVE FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE."

 From Coast to Coast and Enjoy Breathtaking Waterfront Views and discover Key West's most iconic landmarks.

Tour will be on Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, at 10:00am and approximately 2 hours. The meet up location is at 122 Ann St. (very close to Sloppy Joe's) we just ask that guests arrive 10-15 minutes prior to tour time to get fitted to their bicycles.  Sign up on our website to receive the discount as well as a confirmation email with details on our location and timing, what to expect, and what's included.

Register on our website for the discounted price of $37.00

www.keylimebiketours.com  

promo code: KWHD

Saturday, April 5,

opens at 10am

The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary federally protects the country's only barrier reef.  Visit the ECO-Discovery to learn more!  This event is most appropriate for children and adults.  Join Key West Art and Historical Society on April 5th at 10:30am at the Eco-Discovery Center on the Truman Waterfront.  Did you know that scrapbooking has been a popular pastime for centuries?  Taking inspiration from the Florida Keys, the ocean, and the nature around us, put together your own dynamic and beautiful piece of art - just like the founding members of the Key West Women's Club used to do!  Email fkedc@noaa.gov for more information" 

Also a drop-off from Historic Tours of America.

Historic site of the Grotto will offer a lecture about the accomplishments of women during the history of the Grotto and it's relationship to the Basicilla.