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

Keeper's Quarters

Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, March 19, 2024

1. Keeper's Quarters Marker

Inscription. This frame structure was built in 1887, replacing the first quarters which was smaller in size. Its design was standard for light stations in the south, and was used at several locations in Florida. The building was spacious and provided lodgings for Lighthouse, Coast Guard and Navy personnel until it was opened as a museum in 1966.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1887.

Location. 24° 33.028′ N, 81° 48.04′ W. Marker is in Key West, Florida, in Monroe County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Whitehead Street and Truman Avenue, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 938 Whitehead St, 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. Keeper's Quarters Indoor Bathroom (here, next to this marker); Keeper's Quarters Cottage (here, next to this marker); Life of the Lighthouse Keepers (here, next to this marker); Lighthouse Keepers (a few steps from this marker); Key West Lighthouse (a few steps from this marker); Barbara Mabrity (a few steps from this marker); Lighthouse Tower (within shouting distance of this marker); Lighthouse & Keeper's Quarters (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Key West.

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Keeper's Quarters Marker (in between the two doors at the top of the staircase) image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, March 19, 2024

2. Keeper's Quarters Marker (in between the two doors at the top of the staircase)

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 30 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.