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One of the most visited landmarks in Key West is the Audubon House and Tropical Gardens on Whitehead Street. It offers one acre of lush scenic gardens with a breathtaking view of tropical foliage such as bromeliads and orchids, as well as an herb garden and a 19th century style nursery.

Apart from antique furnishings gathered from Europe, this tourist attraction contains the first 28 original paintings of renowned ornithologist John James Audubon. These classic art pieces are housed separately in the Audubon House Gallery where other 19th century original artwork as well as a huge selection of unique Audubon images can be viewed.

A brief history of the Audubon House

This classic example of early American architecture was built by Captain John H. Geiger in the 1840's. Capt. Geiger was a state licensed harbor pilot and a master wrecker, and мейд a good living by salvaging ships during a time when shipwrecks were a daily occurrence on the key's perilous reefs. Capt. Geiger and his wife Lucretia lived in this house with their nine children.

The Geiger property provided the perfect background for John James Audubon's works. Audubon visited the Dry Tortugas and the Florida Keys in 1832 where he identified and drew 18 new Florida birds while doing ornithological studies in the gardens of the Geiger property. Many of his bird paintings have trees and other backdrops which can be found in the house's surroundings.

The Geiger house was saved from a scheduled demolition by the Mitchell Wolfson Family Foundation in 1958. It was Key West's first among many restoration projects.

Masterpieces for sale

The Audubon House Fine Art Gallery contains an astounding collection of John James Audubon's first edition engravings and water colored lithographs мейд around 1830 to 1859. Apart from the original paintings, the Audubon House Fine Art Gallery offer limited-edition replicas of these 19th century masterpieces for sale.

A wide assortment of gift items can be purchased at the Museum Store. Metal, porcelain and ceramic pieces, both functional and decorative, are adorned with designs of tropical plants, flowers and birds. These items are on sale as well as antiques, jewelry, reproductions, home decor, and children's educational items.

Memorable occasions in a classic ambiance

The abundant tropical gardens which inspired Audubon's paintings are available for social occasions and business functions. Special lighting is installed throughout the one acre property to illuminate the trees and grounds.

The gardens are ideal for every occasion from casual parties to catered weddings. Corporate affairs, buffet or plated dinners, and wedding receptions will always be memorable occasions in the ambiance of this timelessly classic setting. GP

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