Irving Eyster Museum of Florida Keys History

We would like to introduce you to the newest addition to the Florida Keys. Opening in the spring of 2012, the new 15,000 square foot Irving R Eyster Museum of Florida Keys History and Conference Center. This new facility will house almost 7000 sq. ft. of museum exhibition space on two fully accessible floors. These spaces have been designed and furnished with a huge emphasis on an accurate recreation of Florida Keys history. Even the two-story tall grand entry includes a detailed map mural of the entire Florida Keys area. Museum exhibits will include various display areas depicting early explorers, pirates, settlers, native Indians, the Spanish Connection, shipwrecks, and lighthouse memorabilia.

The Museum will also include historical data on hurricanes, railroads and fishing legends. And, the state-of-the-art "Eye of the Storm Theatre" will be the entertainment centerpiece of the museum. Also included in this facility will be a fully functional 4000 square foot conference center. This Conference Center will include three large meeting rooms, pre-function space, conference/reading room, and a full service Banquet Kitchen. The exterior of the building has been designed to reflect the true character of Florida Keys Architecture. A two-story traditional style building, along with a large two-story ocean-facing porch give this building a relaxed inviting appeal.

And last but not least, functions can easily be taken right off of the porch, and right onto the lush garden area. This garden area is fully accessible, and may be used for weddings, receptions, outdoor meetings, or just lounging at the end of the day by the ocean. All of this, along with the famous Islander Resort Hotel, located on the same property, within a short walking distance.