Key West in Monroe County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)

Steam Power

Key West Art & Historical Society

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, May 4, 2023

1. Steam Power Marker

Inscription.
This structure is one of many water towers that stood along the Key West waterfront. The advent of the Industrial Age introduced steam-powered engines. Fresh water heated by coal fires created steam and was the fuel of choice during the 19th and 20th centuries. Steam boilers powered industries, created electrical plants, reduced the need for sailing ships, and powered train transportation.

—Circa 1870—
Key West Historic Marker
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Call: 305•507•0300
Sponsor: Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources

Erected by Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources. (Marker Number 43.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1870.

Location. 24° 33.468′ N, 81° 48.359′ W. Marker is in Key West, Florida, in Monroe County. Marker is on Whitehead Street south of Greene Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: 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. Audubon House and Tropical Gardens (within shouting distance of this marker); The Presidential Gates (within shouting distance of

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this marker); Birthplace of Pan American World Airways (within shouting distance of this marker); Audubon House (within shouting distance of this marker); Pan American Airways (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Navy Club of Key West Monument (about 300 feet away); Clinton Square (about 300 feet away); Captain George Carey House (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Key West.

Also see . . . Key West Art & Historical Society. (Submitted on May 13, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, May 4, 2023

2. Steam Power Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 13, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 61 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 13, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.