Sea Level Rise, Past and Future – So Long and Thanks for All the Fish

Explore the evolving story of Key West through an engaging talk on sea level rise and its lasting impact on the island’s landscape and history. Led by Drs. Stoddard and Read, this presentation examines how geological changes over thousands of years have shaped the region’s coral reefs, ecosystems, and human settlement patterns. Set at the historic Key West Gardens at Fort East Martello, this discussion offers a thoughtful look at both the environmental and economic influences of shifting sea levels, providing valuable insight into the past, present, and future of the Florida Keys.