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

George Henry Curry Mansion

Key West Art & Historical Society

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, May 3, 2023

1. George Henry Curry Mansion Marker

Inscription. This grand house was constructed by George Henry Curry in 1886. It is one of 7 Curry Mansions in Key West, and built by the children of Florida's first millionaire William Curry. Much of the family's wealth was built on servicing the sailing and wrecking industries during the 1800s. George Curry was the president of the family's Key West Light and Power Company and the Key West Ice Company. This Grande Dame stands as part of the legacy of the Curry family.
—Circa 1883—
Key West Historic Marker
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Erected by Key West Art & Historical Society. (Marker Number 121.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1883.

Location. 24° 33.488′ N, 81° 48.091′ W. Marker is in Key West, Florida, in Monroe County. Marker is on Eaton Street south of Elizabeth Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 620 Eaton 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. 625 Eaton Street (a few steps from this marker); Sawyer-Navarro House (about 300 feet away, measured in a

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direct line); William Kerr House (about 400 feet away); Casa Antigua/Trev-Mor Hotel (about 400 feet away); The Masonic Temple (about 400 feet away); James Haskins House (about 500 feet away); The Oldest Drug Store (about 500 feet away); Richard Kemp House (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Key West.

Also see . . .
1. 7 Curry Mansions - Historic Walking Tour. (Submitted on September 27, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
2. Key West Art & Historical Society. (Submitted on September 27, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Photographed By Brandon D Cross

2. George Henry Curry Mansion Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on September 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 27, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 71 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 27, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.