Florida Keys History & Discovery Center

History and discovery center in Islamorada

The Florida Keys History & Discovery Center is a historical and cultural interpretive center located on the grounds of the historic Islander Resort in Islamorada, Florida. Its activities revolve around the history and discovery of the Florida Keys, with an interactive and multidisciplinary approach. The managing entity is the Florida Keys History and Discovery Foundation, an organization registered as a 501(c)(3) with tax identification number EIN 46-1936911.

Exhibits and collections

The center organizes its exhibits into several thematic areas. These include aquariums dedicated to fish and marine life, exhibits on fishing, and the history of the Florida Keys. The tour is completed with a presentation room or theater, a library with book collections, and an art gallery displaying works by local Keys artists.

• Aquariums with fish and marine life
• Fishing exhibits
• Historical exhibits on the Florida Keys
• Presentation and screening room
• Library
• Art gallery of local artists

Programs and activities

The center's programming includes lectures and events, as well as activities related to its membership status. Membership in the foundation includes benefits such as free admission to the museum and lectures, membership cards, guest passes, and discounts at the center's store.

Admission and access

The center's rate catalog includes general admission at $15.00, a rate of $12.50 for those 55 and over, $6.00 for students, and free admission for military personnel. The center is open Tuesday through Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Institutional support

The center is sponsored, in whole or in part, by the State of Florida through the Department of State, the Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, Florida Humanities, the Florida Keys Council of the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Humanities. The foundation is registered under registration number CH38469.

Location and contact

82100 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 · Phone: 305.922.2237 · Email: info@keysdiscovery.com · Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 5pm