Exploring Key West's Historic Cigar Legacy: The Arturo Fuente Story In this episode of the 'Fun and Key West' podcast, Michele O'Connor dives into the rich cigar history of Key West, centering on the iconic Arturo Fuente Cigars. Listeners learn about the origins of the Fuente house on Elizabeth Street, the bustling cigar industry in Key West during the late 1800s and early 1900s, and how Arturo Fuente honed his cigar-rolling craft at the Gato factory. Michele offers intriguing anecdotes about Fuente's journey from Cuba to Key West, and subsequently to Ybor City in Tampa, where he established one of the most respected cigar companies in the world. Listeners are encouraged to explore historic markers in Key West and join the podcast's book club for more engaging content. 00:00 Welcome to Fun and Key West Podcast 01:26 Historic Marker Monday: The Cigar Connection 03:50 The Fuente House: A Key West Legacy 04:52 Arturo Fuente's Journey to Cigar Mastery 09:00 Exploring Key West's Cigar Heritage 09:29 Conclusion and Community Engagement www.funinkeywest.com