Images from Mile Markers: Linking Keys History depict
the diverse cultural history and economic development of the Florida Keys. Early
industries such as sponging, shark fishing, turtle canning, and cigar manufacturing
are illustrated in vivid detail. Of special interest are the images of the
building of Flagler's Florida East Coast Railway,  construction of the Overseas
Highway (designated a Florida Scenic Highway), development of the tourism
industry, and the aftermath of devastating hurricanes. Images of the unique
architecture, famous faces, and ambience of the turn-of-the-century Key
West are given particular attention in addition to the sea, sun, fishing,
and fun often associated with Keys vacations. Views of Keys nature and wildlife
are also present. The original images are maintained at the Monroe County
Public Library's Local History Department in Key West, Florida and the Helen
Wadley Islamorada Branch Library, Mile Marker 81.5, Islamorada, Florida.
Please visit our credits page for additional information on the organizations and people who
made Mile Markers possible.
Your comments and questions on this unique collection are gratefully received by:
rice-anne@monroecounty-fl.gov |
