Pigeon Key Art Festival
Marathon, FL -What started as a weekend gathering of local artists has grown into a nationally recognized art show. The 14th annual Pigeon Key Art Festival is set for Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 9-10 in the Marathon Community Park MM 48.5 and will run from 10am to 5pm both days. The festival is among the top shows in the U.S.
The Art festival is a juried with over 75 locally and nationally selected fine artists and craftsmen in nine different categories which are awarded in First and Second place. A best-of-show ribbon will also be awarded. Live entertainment is scheduled both days, setting the mood for shopping, relaxing and enjoying food and beverages from booths serving local delicacies.
Pigeon Key is a five-acre island located 2.3 miles West of Marathon. It is connected to the mainland by a bridge originally built by Flagler for his Florida East Coast Railway. From 1908 to 1935, Pigeon Key served as a construction and maintenance Base Camp for the railroad. Currently the Pigeon Key Foundation is restoring the historic island, operating a museum, conducting guided tours and providing a center for marine science research and education.
Proceeds from the festival benefit the
Pigeon Key Foundation, a nonprofit Florida corporation, which funds
continuing restoration and maintenance of the island. Tickets can be
purchased on festival days or in advance at the Pigeon Key Gift shop
located at MM 48. For more information, call 305-289-9555. Pigeon Key
Foundation Website: www.PigeonKey.net 
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