Key West in Monroe County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
La Brisa House
-Circa 1896-
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, March 22, 2024
1. La Brisa House Marker
Inscription.
La Brisa House. -Circa 1896-. This historic structure has had two lives. It was originally built as an entertainment pavilion and dance hall during the peak of Key West's cigar industry. Located at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean at the end of Simonton Street in a relatively undeveloped area, the hall was a much-needed getaway for residents. It was famous for entertainment, relaxation and dances. The hurricanes of 1909 and 1910 caused significant damage to the structure. In 1911, the surviving two story cupola roofed portion of the edifice was moved to its current location.
This historic structure has had two lives. It was originally built as an entertainment pavilion and dance hall during the peak of Key West's cigar industry. Located at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean at the end of Simonton Street in a relatively undeveloped area, the hall was a much-needed getaway for residents. It was famous for entertainment, relaxation and dances. The hurricanes of 1909 and 1910 caused significant damage to the structure. In 1911, the surviving two story cupola roofed portion of the edifice was moved to its current location.
Erected by Fraces Belzer-Reid & Gary Bixhorn. (Marker Number 122.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1896.
Location. 24° 33.077′ N, 81° 47.405′ W. Marker is in Key West, Florida, in Monroe County. Marker is on South Street south of Whalton Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1013 South St, Key West FL 33040, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, March 22, 2024
2. La Brisa House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 29, 2024, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 42 times since then. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 4, 2024, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
