Key West Art & Historical Society

The Key West Art and Historical Society is open to the public and is one of the more popular historic destinations in town. There are frequently field trips and senior visits to the society. The Marathon Housing After School Program is one of the local organizations that has taken advantage of the society. Kids from the program visited the society and learned about Mario Sanchez and his wood cut paintings, as well as Seward Johnson's sculptures from French Impressionist paintings. Kids get to see the rich art history of Key West, while having a fun time and learning. During the summer, the society offers six-week long art classes in June and July. The program finishes with the Kids of Summer art show that is hosted by the Fort East Martello Museum. There are more than 75 elementary and middle school kids who took place in 2010's art camp program. Kids get a chance to experience sculpture making, painting, watercolor painting and carving. Kids are not the only ones who enjoy the programs offered by the Art and Historical Society. Several people from the Barry University Elderhostel Program have enjoyed visiting the society and taking part in the guided tour. The society is also a popular destination for weddings. Brides and grooms can have their ceremony at the Banyan Tree at the Key West Lighthouse with the museum as the backdrop for photos.