Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society and Museum in Key West, Florida
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Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society and Museum in Key West, Florida Press

2001

JULY 20 IS MEL FISHER DAY IN KEY WEST

On Friday, July 20, a celebration marking the 16th anniversary of the discovery of Mel Fisher's mother lode begins with a parade at 4:30 p.m.

You're invited to join Mel Fisher's crew and the staff of the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum as they proceed from the Museum at 200 Greene Street to Two Friends Patio Restaurant and Bar at 512 Front Street. BYOK (Bring your Own kazoo) and hop aboard the Mel Fisher trolley or pedicab and join the fun.

From 5-6:30 p.m., a Happy Hour will feature Kim Fisher signing his father's biography 'Dream Weaver." At 6:30, the party moves to the Schooner Wharf Bar at 202 William. Mel Fisher "Tall Tales" will be sold from 7-7:30 p.m. Participants will compete for prizes by identifying which "tales" are indeed true. Prizes include a Mel Fisher bronze medallion, bar tabs, and goodie bags. The Oysters Fantastic Band will entertain throughout the evening.

Join in a fun-filled afternoon and evening as we pay tribute to one of Key West's legends on this special day. Put Friday, July 20- Mel Fisher Day -on your calendar!

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Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society and Museum
200 Greene Street, Key West, Florida 33040
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