03/07/2022 - 8:00am
The Annual Conch Shell Blowing festival is in its 58th year running and continues to draw crowds for its quirky and fun culture. The event is held on March 7, 2020 at the Oldest House at 322 Duval Street.
History of Conch Shells in Key West
The Annual Conch Shell Blowing Contest in Key West celebrates the historical importance of conch shells. Conch shells were used as fog horns by sailors and as means of communication by the Calusa Indians. The Florida Keys are often called the Conch Republic as a tribute to the centuries-long tradition of using conch shells.
The contest is open to all ages and participants are judged based on the length, quality, loudness, and novelty of sound produced.
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