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

Indian Key Historic State Park

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, May 5, 2023

1. Indian Key Historic State Park Marker

Inscription.
Native Americans began occupying Indian Key by approximately A.D. 1000. It was visited by the Spanish during the 17th century, and a trading post had been established on the island by the early 19th century.

The island was acquired by Jacob Housman in 1831 and became a center for the wrecking industry. In its heyday, during the 1830's, Indian Key had houses, wharves, warehouses, a hotel, bowling alley, and post office. It was the temporary home of noted botanist Henry Perrine and was visited by naturalist J.J. Audubon.

The island was attacked and burned by "Spanish speaking Indians" on August 7, 1840. The attack, and the events surrounding it, formed a major episode in the Second Seminole War.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Native Americans • Parks & Recreational Areas • Settlements & Settlers • Wars, US Indian. A significant historical year for this entry is 1831.

Location. 24° 53.363′ N, 80° 40.629′ W. Marker is in Islamorada, Florida, in Monroe County. Marker is on Overseas Highway (U.S. 1 at milepost 79), 0.3 miles north of Davis Lane, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Islamorada FL 33036, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Triangle of History (a few steps from this marker);

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San Pedro Underwater Archaeological Preserve (within shouting distance of this marker); Tea Table Key (within shouting distance of this marker); Juan Ponce de Leon (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Rafters (about 300 feet away); Spanish Treasure Fleet of 1733 (about 300 feet away); Florida East Coast Railroad Oversea Extension (about 500 feet away); Indian Key (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Islamorada.

Also see . . . Indian Key Historic State Park. (Submitted on May 30, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, May 5, 2023

2. Indian Key Historic State Park Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 30, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 57 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 30, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.