Cedar Key, FL (WFLA) – On this year’s list of America’s most at-risk historic locations, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, named Cedar Key, recognizes it as one of the nation’s biggest treasures facing even greater threats.
Cedar Key is a small island archipelago off the west coast of Florida. The area serves as a unique historical representation of old Florida, with its small coastal community combining fisheries with local businesses, making it attractive for small tourism.
This historic Florida staple has continued to recover from the hurricane that destroyed Helen in the last three years, especially in 2024.
Included on this year’s list could help highlight the risks of small, isolated coastal communities, such as the face of cedar keys, against a fierce storm.
“We hope that Cedar’s Key will become a story of community resilience instead of danger,” said National Trust President Carol Quillen. “With the increasing threat of severe weather events and sea level rise, we must focus our attention on small, historic, often isolated coasts.
A community that needs our support. ”
Cedar Key Mayor Jeff Webb spoke at an event honoring the city’s inclusion, sharing his vision for recovery and Cedar Key’s future.
“The people in Cedarkey are working hard to keep heritage in the future,” Webb said.
“We remember the past, but we don’t stay there, and we want to move forward by finding new evolutions in old Florida, rather than losing our legacy and charm.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a non-profit organization working to save America’s historic places.
To view the full list, visit the National Trust website.
