Children's Museums

Fort East Martello Museum

Name: Fort East Martello Museum
Address: 3501 S Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040, Key West, FL, US
Telephone: (305) 296-3913
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (1225 reviews)

📍 3501 S Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040

📞 (305) 296-3913

🌐 www.kwahs.org/museums/fort-east-martello/visit

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	10 AM–5 PM

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About Fort East Martello Museum

Civil War-era fort & tower with exhibits. 1800s brick fortress with varied displays from the region's past, like war relics & manufacturing. The museum features Robert the Doll, a famous haunted doll with a significant paranormal reputation that attracts visitors specifically to see it. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Historic Museum (Civil War Fort)
Best For: All ages
Hours: Daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last admission 4:30 p.m.)
Highlights: Civil War artifacts, Robert the Doll, Stanley Papio sculptures, ocean views from rooftop
Admission: Adults $17, Youth (7-18) $9, Under 7 Free

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The museum features Robert the Doll, a famous haunted doll with a significant paranormal reputation that attracts visitors specifically to see it
⭐Fort East Martello offers VIP ghost tours with ghost hunting equipment, allowing visitors to explore the fort alone in the dark with paranormal investigation tools
⭐The museum features a rooftop observation platform offering panoramic Atlantic Ocean views from a Civil War-era 1800s brick fortress
🏛️The fort displays exhibits on Key West's historic wrecking and cigar manufacturing industries, preserving the region's unique maritime and industrial heritage
⭐The museum hosts specialized adult programs including Happy Hour with the Historian and is available for venue rentals for weddings, receptions, and concerts

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Book the VIP ghost tour for an enhanced experience - guides are knowledgeable and you get exclusive access to roam the fort alone in the dark with ghost hunting equipment, which reviewers found to be the highlight of their visit
💬Arrive early and plan to leave by 4:30 p.m. last admission time - this ensures you have adequate time to explore all exhibits including the rooftop observation platform with panoramic Atlantic Ocean views
💡Don't miss Robert the Doll exhibit, but follow all posted rules carefully - reviewers specifically noted this as a memorable attraction worth seeing
💬Take advantage of online ticket discounts (up to $1.50-$2 off per ticket) and consider membership if visiting multiple times, as KWAHS members get free admission plus access to special events like Membership Monday and Happy Hour with the Historian
💡Engage with museum staff like Steve for rich historical context and personal stories about the fort's history, Civil War artifacts, and paranormal activity - reviewers highlighted staff knowledge as a key part of the experience