Things To Do In Key West: Museums
Since 1890, history has left its mark on the Truman Little White House. Initially, it served as the naval station’s command headquarters during the Spanish-American War, World War I and World War II.
Address:
111 Front St
Key West, FL 33040
Phone: (305) 294-9911
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This unique property was home to one of America’s most honored and respected authors. Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote here for more than ten years. Calling Key West home, he found solace and great physical challenge in the turquoise waters that surround this tiny island.
Address:
907 Whitehead St.
Key West, FL 33040
Phone: (305) 294-1136
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Join us and explore history and artifacts from shipwrecks of the Nuestra Senora de Atocha, Santa Margarita, Henrietta Marie, Santa Clara and more.
Address:
200 Greene St.
Key West, Florida 33040
Phone: (305) 294-2633
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Almost immediately after the U.S. Navy established a base in Key West in 1823, the need for a lighthouse became evident. Erecting a lighthouse was essential in assuring the safe arrival of both military and commercial vessels navigating the shallow, reef-laden waters off the Florida Keys.
Address:
938 Whitehead St
Key West, FL 33040
Phone: (305) 294-0012
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Originally home to the island’s customs office, postal service, and district courts, this four-story architectural marvel was built to keep pace with the increasing population and wealth accumulating from Key West’s lucrative trade routes and maritime industries. The imposing structure is a tremendous exemplar of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture which was typical for Federal building projects near the end of the 19th century.
Address:
281 Front St
Key West, Florida 33040
Phone: (305) 295-6616
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While Key West remained a Union-controlled island during the Civil War, the majority of Key West citizens supported the Confederacy. With such a rift, it is perhaps surprising that no battles took place on or around the island. Having no use for the Fort once the war was drawing to a close, Fort East Martello was abandoned in its unfinished state by the Army.
Address:
3501 S. Roosevelt Blvd.
Key West, Florida 33040
Phone: (305) 296-3913
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Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum
Wreck Ashore! With these words, enter the world of 1856 Key West… the era of the wreckers. At the Key West Shipwreck Museum you will step back into time as you discover Key West’s unique maritime heritage and how it became the richest city in the United States.
Address:
1 Whitehead St
Key West, FL 33040
Phone: (305) 292-1617
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Visitors to our city and locals are invited to tour this educational and historic exhibit. They can enjoy and learn about Williams’ literary accomplishments and life in Key West through an extensive collection of photographs, first edition plays and books, rare newspaper and magazine articles, videos, a typewriter used by the author while writing in Key West and other artifacts on display.
Address:
513 Truman Ave
Key West, Florida 33040
Phone: (305) 204-4527
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The Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory
Feel your stress fade away as you enter our magical world of butterflies. Relax and be amazed as you stroll through our tropical paradise. Walk through a magical and inviting environment filled with hundreds of the most beautiful winged creatures in nature.
Address:
1316 Duval St.
Key West, Florida 33040
Phone: (305) 296-2988
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