Key West’s history is rich in influences from its neighboring island countries. Be it from the Bahamas or Cuba, many records documenting this history can be found in the Monroe County Public Library Florida Room collection.
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South Florida Collections Management Center
The South Florida Collections Management Center (SFCMC), located within Everglades National Park,manages the multi-park museum program and provides long-term museum planning for all five National Park Service units in south Florida.
Greater North Miami Historical Society
Development flourished in the North Miami area with the construction of Henry Flagler’s railway line passing through here on its way to Miami in 1896.
Little Haiti Cultural Center
Interested in gaining experience in cultural arts? The Little Haiti Cultural Complex has internships and volunteer programs, as well as space for artist to show their work.
Miami Shores Village Archives at Brockway Memorial Library
Early pioneer families of Miami Shores farmed, among other fruits and produce, coontie, also known as Florida Arrowroot, an important food source.
San Carlos Institute – Key West
Cuban national hero Jose Marti’s historic visit to the Instituto San Carlos played an important role in the Cuban War of Independence .
Florida Cultural Resources 