Exploring the Freeman Curry House: A Journey through Key West History

Exploring the Freeman Curry House: A Journey through Key West History   In this episode of the Fun and Key West podcast, host Michele O'Connor introduces listeners to the vibrant history of Key West. Michele takes a stroll down Eaton Street to the Freeman Curry house, delving into its rich history of shipbuilders, Bahamian roots, political dynasties, and architectural charm. She discusses the house's construction in 1865, its relocation using mules, and its significant upgrades like indoor plumbing in the 1920s.   The episode covers the transformation of the house into a boarding home and the contributions of the Curry and Freeman families to the Key West community. Michele highlights the unique blend of architectural styles in the house, including Italianate brackets and double porches. Listeners are encouraged to explore Key West's historic markers and to read more about them on FunInKeyWest.com. The episode wraps up with a call to engage with the podcast through comments and suggestions.   00:00 Welcome to Fun and Key West Podcast 01:26 Historic Marker Monday Introduction 01:48 Exploring the Freeman Curry House 05:02 The Curry Family Legacy 07:35 Architectural Highlights and Cultural Significance 09:35 Conclusion and Next Steps   www.funinkeywest.com https://funinkeywest.com/freeman-curry-house-historic-walking-tour/