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Old City Hall

 
 
Old City Hall Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Marsha A. Matson, May 28, 2015
1. Old City Hall Marker
Inscription. The City of Key West acquired this lot in 1871 and built a wood-frame city hall, dedicating it on July 4, 1876, during the nation’s Centennial. That building stood until it burned down in the devastating fire of 1886. The City then constructed this brick edifice between 1890 and 1892. Scott, McDermott & Higgs designed the structure, while Russell & Harvey built it. The ground floor—with wide arches and supporting columns—accommodated market stalls, then fire engines. The upper floor, dominated by the City Commission chambers, also housed City offices. Over the years, the building was altered, including the removal of the bell tower. Monroe County acquired the property in 1965 to house its juvenile court. In 1974, the State of Florida acquired the building, and the Historic Florida Keys Preservation Board spearheaded its restoration. The bell tower was restored in 1976 during the Bicentennial. Restoration efforts continued through the 1980’s, leading to the rededication of Old City Hall in 1991. Sweeping granite stairs and an ornate iron balustrade distinguish the building’s entrance, while high ceilings, large windows, and wainscoting grace the historic interior.
 
Erected 2007 by A Florida Heritage Site Sponsored by Historic Florida Keys Foundation and the Florida Department of State
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1892.
 
Location. 24° 33.562′ N, 81° 48.275′ W. Marker is in Key West, Florida, in Monroe County. Marker is at the intersection of Greene Street and Ann Street, on the left when traveling west on Greene Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 510 Greene Street, Key West FL 33040, United States of America. Touch for directions.
 
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sloppy Joe’s Bar (within shouting distance of this marker); The Old Anchor Inn (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Old Custom House (about 300 feet away); The Curry Mansion (about 300 feet away); The William Curry Warehouse (about 400 feet away); The Fogarty Mansion (about 400 feet away); Milton W. Curry House, William Curry Homestead (about 400 feet away); Dr. Joseph Yates Porter House (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Key West.
 
Old City Hall Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Marsha A. Matson, May 28, 2015
2. Old City Hall Marker
Old City Hall image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Marsha A. Matson, May 28, 2015
3. Old City Hall
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 25, 2015, by Marsha A. Matson of Palmetto Bay, Florida. This page has been viewed 605 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos:   1, 2, 3. submitted on June 25, 2015, by Marsha A. Matson of Palmetto Bay, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.

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