by Education Coordinator | Jan 21, 2022 | Blog, Latest News
With the reopening of the Old Seven Mile Bridge, we thought we would share some of the extensive history of the bridge and how it has evolved over time. The construction of the Key West Extension of the Florida East Coast Railway began in 1905 and was financed by...
by Education Coordinator | Dec 3, 2021 | Blog, Latest News
Pigeon Key is looking for a new logo and so we are reaching out to previous students, visitors, and anyone else in our community who might be interested in the chance to show off your art and design skills! We would like the new logo to represent Pigeon Key and our...
by Education Coordinator | Nov 30, 2021 | Blog, Latest News
Florida’s most common species of sea turtle is the Loggerhead (Caretta caretta), which is named for its exceptionally large head and powerful jaw muscles. The adult loggerhead has a heart-shaped, reddish-brown top shell (carapace) and a yellow bottom shell (plastron)....
by Education Coordinator | Aug 30, 2021 | Blog, Latest News
There has been a lot going on here at Pigeon Key over the last few months with one of the biggest developments being the island is now officially connected to the main power grid that runs throughout the Florida Keys. Pigeon Key is and will continue to be primarily...
by Education Coordinator | Jun 14, 2021 | Blog, Latest News
Chris Rowell has been with the Pigeon Key Foundation for 11 years and is the Operations Director. He ensures that things go smoothly out on the island across all domains including maintenance of the grounds and buildings, education, and historical tours. Chris has...