Through the Lens – Early Buffett Concert Photography Exhibit

A special photography installation will feature a curated collection of Chris Lauber’s vintage concert photographs of Jimmy Buffett, captured during the early years and reflecting a remarkable personal journey that began in the 1970s. These images are more than memorabilia—they are firsthand visual documents of a formative era, offering an intimate look at the energy, spirit, and evolution of an artist whose connection to Key West became part of music history.

The exhibit is on display throughout the festival, giving attendees an opportunity all weekend long to experience this rare visual tribute to Jimmy Buffett’s early years through the lens of someone who was there.