Key West Landmarks

Key West history dates back to its founding in 1822. This robust history from early Wreckers, cigar factories, fishing, shrimping, the military presence, to the present day tourist economy and Jimmy Buffett have been and are still painstakingly preserved by the Key West community through the preservation of its landmarks unlike any other community.

Louie's Backyard has been an island fixture since 1983 noted for its fine dining and Afterdeck Bar that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. It was also given a certain notoriety when Jimmy Buffett referenced the Bar in one of his songs.
Louie's Backyard has been an island fixture since 1983 noted for its fine dining and Afterdeck Bar that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. It was also given a certain notoriety when Jimmy Buffett referenced the Bar in one of his songs.
The Atlantic Shores Resort located on South Street in Key West was a famous destination for years until it was sold and demolished in 2007 to make way for a new motel. It was most famous for its clothing optional pool and Sunday night Tea Dances.
In 1998, Don and Carolyn Jenkins from Illinois and their friends Don and Stephanie Manaher from Indiana decided they were done with the Midwest weather and bought the bar at the corner of Grinnell and Truman in Key West. They named it “Dons’ Place” after the two Dons and it quickly became a “Locals” favorite. It was named the Million Dollar Bar in reference to the reported purchase price. After all these years it has earned the distinction of being a true Key West Landmark. edit
In 1998, Don and Carolyn Jenkins from Illinois and their friends Don and Stephanie Manaher from Indiana decided they were done with the Midwest weather and bought the bar at the corner of Grinnell and Truman in Key West. They named it “Dons’ Place” after the two Dons and it quickly became a “Locals” favorite. It was named the Million Dollar Bar in reference to the reported purchase price. After all these years it has earned the distinction of being a true Key West Landmark.