Two Hour Historic Harbor Tour with Keys Historian Brad Bertelli on the S/V Argo Navis talking about ‘Captain Benjamin Baker & Florida Keys Pineapple Farming’

Sail into historic exploration with Florida Keys Historian Brad Bertelli aboard the luxury sailing catamaran Argo Navis

On Saturday, November 12, Brad will lead a historically illuminating morning seafaring excursion presented by Key West Art & Historical Society aboard the luxury catamaran SV Argo Navis, departing from the dock at 0 Margaret Street at 9:00 a.m. and returning at 11:00 a.m.

Passengers will enjoy Bloody Marys, mimosas or non-alcoholic beverages along with a variety of pastries as Bertelli shares the back-story on one-time Key West wrecker Captain Benjamin Baker and his eventual transition to pineapple farmer in the Upper Keys during the mid-19th century.

Space is limited to 50 passengers – early registration is recommended.This project is sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture and the State of Florida, with additional support provided by The Helmerich Trust and S/V Argo Navis.