1870Government
Collier founded the village of Marco on the island in 1870, and in 1896 his son, William D.
1896Culture
A number of Calusa artifacts were discovered on Key Marco (an island then adjacent, and since attached, to Marco Island) in 1896 by anthropologist Frank Hamilton Cushing as part...
1903History
The Burnham Clam Cannery began operation near Caxambas Pass in 1903 and operated until 1929.
1911History
The Doxsee Clam Cannery also operated from 1911 to 1947.
1912History
In 1912, ferry service began between Marco Island and the Isles of Capri.
1922Government
Collier) purchased a large amount of land on Marco Island in 1922, and in 1927 the island incorporated as Collier City.
1927Military
Also in 1927, the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad began service to the island after extending its route from Fort Myers and Naples.
1938Architecture
The first vehicle bridge to the island was a small wooden swing bridge built in 1938 near Goodland on the island's east side.
1944History
Rail service was discontinued in 1944.
1957History
Collier City was abolished in 1957.
1969Architecture
Jolley Bridge opened for traffic in 1969.
1975Architecture
Remnants of this bridge can be seen next to the current bridge at the site, the Stan Gober Memorial Bridge (built in 1975).
1989Culture
The artifact is featured on a 1989 postage stamp.
1997Government
Marco Island reincorporated as a city on August 28, 1997.
2010History
As of the 2010 United States census, there were 16,413 people, 7,517 households, and 5,393 families residing in the city.
2016Government
The region, however, voted more Democratic than it did during the 2016 election.
2020History
== Demographics ==
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 15,760 people, 9,056 households, and 6,109 families residing in the city.
2022Disaster
On September 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian devastated the island with an 8' storm surge.