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Key West Lighthouse & Keeper's Museum
Built in 1847 to 46 feet high, the Key West lighthouse was later extended
to 85 feet in 1894 . This Key West icon originally ran on oil, but in
1927 was converted into an "electric torch" beacon. By 1969, the lighthouse was decomissioned, and after changing hands with
the local historical society, opened to the public in 1989. Today you can climb the 88 steps to the observation deck for one of the
best views of the island and the beautiful water surrounding it.. The museum is an excellent historical site with many artifacts of the era and stories of the keepers that lived there. The quarters, grounds, and the lighthouse itself have all been faithfully restored Open every day (except Christmas) |
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