Key West Pride Marks Sea-to-Sea Rainbow Flag’s 20th ‘Birthday’
There’s a wonderfully meaningful celebration coming up in Key West, and everyone who values equality, openness and diversity is invited to participate. It’s the 20th “birthday” of the island’s famed 1.25-mile sea-to-sea rainbow flag, and it will be marked with a three-night laser light show during Key West Pride 2023 — scheduled June 7-11.
Florida Keys Beaches 101
Lately I’ve been reminiscing about my childhood years growing up […]
JT Thompson: The Human Behind ‘One Human Family’
Key West is well known for its residents’ welcoming and accepting attitude toward all people -- an attitude that gained formal recognition when local artist JT Thompson conceived the now global “One Human Family” concept.
‘Connections Project’ Bridges the Keys with Creativity
The quirky, charismatic Florida Keys & Key West are connected by a vibrant community of creative spirits — and pieces of their work have been collected into a mural that bridges the Keys with colorful artistry. It’s called, fittingly, “The Connections Project: A Mosaic of the Keys."
Key West for the Watersports Lover
No Key West visit is complete without experiencing the incredibly beautiful blue-green water, vivid coral reef -- the only living coral barrier reef in the continental United States -- and (last but not least) sunsets that will knock your socks off.
Four Keys Cultural Experiences You Just Can’t Miss
In the laid-back Florida Keys, vacationing is an art form. And if you’re seeking cultural experiences to supplement the Keys’ subtropical “fun and sun” vibe, you’ll find arts offerings in just about every genre. Check out four can’t-miss gems to enjoy and remember.
Get ‘Honking’ to Compete in Key West Contest
For those fascinated by the unusual art of conch shell blowing, it’s time to pucker up and hone your “honking” skills on your favorite oceanic instrument — because Key West’s 55th annual Conch Shell Blowing Contest is coming up fast.