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    Wendy K.

    Not often I visit a city that has an AIDS Memorial my friend told me to check this out since it wasn't far from his place and I needed things to check out on my own. Located near the beach away from them main part of downtown KW. Little quieter and it was nice to walk through a different residential area than I had been walking on the way to downtown. Beautiful quotes in stone and long list of names at the memorial very emotional. Beautiful view of the water.

    Mark K.

    We were in Key West as my husband participated in the Smart Ride, a 165-mile bike ride from Miami to Key West. When the riders arrive, they gather at the high school and then proceed in mass through town to the AIDS Memorial for the closing ceremony on the pier. I arrived well ahead of the rides to send some time exploring and photographing the memorial prior to the 400+ riders and volunteers. The memorial is a mix on materials with a concrete wall poured in to seats on one side, dotted with beautiful quotes. The other side is Zimbabwe marble etched with names of those lost to AIDS. On the walkway, the Zimbabwe marble continues with block containing more names, more quotes and some lighting on the walkway as well as what I'd have to assume is relief of the Florida Keys. The memorial is dedicated to the memory of over 1,000 people who loved and lived, worked or vacationed in the Keys. It's a beautiful, quiet place to reflect on the devastation and the people we have lost.

    Newly added upright black granite markers
    Darlene D.

    Having visited here many times, I'm happy to say my latest visit last night validated that the City of Key West has been doing a wonderful job keeping up with maintaining this beautiful memorial. The good and not so good news... There have been some new additions this past year which includes a whole second upright tier of black granite for additional names to be added. The entire display is tastefully done. (see pics) The Key West AIDS Memorial is located at the entrance to the White Street Pier at the intersection of White Street and Atlantic Blvd. There is limited parking along the right side by Higgs Beach. Biking or walking (if in the area), is your best means of transportation to this destination point. You can then continue your stroll along the pier, or to the African Cemetery and West Martello Museum to the right.

    Laura T.

    We rented bikes and made our way to this memorial. This memorial is simple nut very moving. Take some time to walk around and read the quotes and names. Walk out on the pier and enjoy the beauty around it. We spent about a half hour there just wandering around.

    Michael M.

    What a fantastic memorial. You stand living life and excited to be on vacation in such a paradise, take a moment to remember the men and women who have died from this terrible disease. We have lost a generation of scholars, linguists, scientists, moms, dads, chefs, construction workers, peers, mentors..... *sigh* Sometimes I wish for a big brother to guide me on my way, sadly, this terrible plague has struck that generation down. Lets make sure we don't forget how toxic this disease is.

    Frank W.

    A beautiful memorial to those who have passed away from the brutal disease known as AIDS. Sleek, black marble granite features are chiseled with quotes from various artists. It's a short walk from both Higgs Beach and West Martello so if you're in the area you should stop by to see it. Unfortunately while we were there it looks like part of the marble had come loose or was missing. It does affect the quality and aesthetic of the memorial, but hopefully will be fixed in the near future.

    Nicole B.

    This is a gorgeous memorial and well worth a visit. The pier itself is not somewhere you want to be at high noon but I would recommend a visit in the morning or evening. Depending on the day the tide can be high enough to cause the waves to come crashing over the pier. I was down there one day where the waves were crashing and soaking people on the area near the compass. Funny to watch! The next day I was there it was calm and the ocean was as still as glass. The compass at the end is a great photo spot as is most of the pier. It is one of the best places on the island to see a completely unobstructed view of the sunset. There are benches all along the pier for a place to rest your tired feet and watch the gentle sway of the palm trees in the breeze. A good place to take in the beauty of Key West.

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    Beautiful memorial with a pier that jets out into the ocean. Great place to catch a sunset!

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    Bishop Albert Kee Statue - Brief story of the statue.

    Bishop Albert Kee Statue

    4.5(2 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    This bronze statue is located right next to the Southernmost Point landmark at the corner of…read moreWhitehead and South Street. It's a nice remembrance of the history of the town and the struggles that some of their residents had to endure decades ago. The statue, erected in March 2015, celebrates the life of Bishop Albert Kee, a preacher, businessman, and Key West's official ambassador of goodwill. Each day, Bishop Kee could be seen at the Southernmost Point, greeting the Conch Train with a cheerful wave and toot on a conch shell. He educated visitors about the origins of conch and various uses for conch meat and also explained how Key West's natives came to be called Conchs. Bishop Kee, and his father before him, left a 50-year legacy of welcoming all who visited the Southernmost Point and popularized conch blowing. More important, they were emissaries of the multi-cultural, multi-ethnic community that had made Key West unique since its inception. Bishop Kee witnessed the Southernmost Point evolve into a spot that thousands of tourists flock to for their photos. And he was there when the old wooden southernmost billboard was replaced with the oversized buoy proclaiming that it is the southernmost point in the continental United States. The buoy design originated from a large floating buoy that marked the entrance to the Black Beach. A number of years prior to this, President Harry Truman took a big step in support of equal rights when he ordered that the military become desegregated. His orders were interpreted to mean that desegregation applied only to military personnel. President Dwight D. Eisenhower took this a step further and desegregated the entire military.The historic Black Beach could not be returned to the community since a large portion of it was now a military base with Navy housing built along the adjacent shores. However, as a gesture to the community, the city built a large community pool and community center at the edge of Bahama Village. The pool was situated to look over the beaches that were once Black Beach and toward the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It had ground level space for community gatherings and was open to all. The pool is currently called the Martin Luther King Community Center and is located at 300 Catherine Street in Bahama Village.

    This family is such an Asset to the community. Everyone Loves and Respect them, they treat…read more everyone as their family. Yankee, Albert, Julian, Harold are gone but never ever forgotten. "Kee Shell ' @The Southernmost point,' will live on forever. The Islanders are our Family

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    Mallory Square - Sunset from Mallory Square

    Mallory Square

    4.4(58 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    So I normally write long and detailed reviews, but this one will just be a quick one so I can…read morereview my recent vacation while the memories are still fresh! So obviously I am going to give this Key West cultural landmark and plaza 5 stars because IT SHARES MY NAME!! Like many others have said, this is a tourist hot spot with lots of beachy shopping, restaurants, and museums. My dad made sure to take lots of photos of me by my namesake plaza while we visited Key West on family trips back when I was a kid. I wasn't so enthused to pose back then but I am now as an adult!! Mallory isn't a common name so I have a biased opinion of anything or anyone that is named Mallory. I can't wait to come back and get even more time in MY square! :)

    First off - there is Mallory Square which is a great place to catch the sunset and then there is…read morethe Shops at Mallory Square. I point this out only becasue some folks get Mallory Square - the outdoor entertainment area confused with the Shops at Mallory Square - the building with lots of shops and dining areas. When you ask for directions, most locals will give you directions to the outdoor entertainment area. This is a great location to catch the sunset, see street performers, do some people-watching or to grab a bite to eat.

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    Mallory Square - The sunset is stunning at Mallory Square and there will be street performers most nights. Especially weekends.

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    The sunset is stunning at Mallory Square and there will be street performers most nights. Especially weekends.

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