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The Hemingway Home & Museum is a must for literary buffs visiting Key West.
The on-site bookstore sells all of Hemingway’s books, as well as other works related to Key West and the Florida Keys.
Check the museum’s website for the local cruise ship schedule, which could save you from waiting in line with the throngs of newly arrived passengers.
The museum’s gardens and lower level of the house are accessible to wheelchair users.
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What is the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in Key West, and why is it famous?
The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in Key West is a historical attraction and outdoor venue. The home was owned by writer Ernest Hemingway. It’s where he lived for eight years and wrote works such as Death in the Afternoon, The Green Hills of Africa, and To Have and Have Not.
Are there guided tours available at the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum?
Yes, there are guided tours available at the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. These guided tours don’t require a reservation in advance so walk-ins can join a tour without worry. Tours of the museum last between 20 and 30 minutes, and visitors are allowed to roam the museum independently.
Is it necessary to book tickets for the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in advance, or can you purchase them at the door?
Tickets can’t be purchased online in advance for the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in Key West. All tickets must be purchased in person at the main gate of the museum and rates include a 20- to 30-minute guided tour of the Ernest Hemingway attraction. No reservations are required.
Can visitors see Hemingway's writing studio and personal belongings at the museum?
Yes, during your tour of the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, you’ll see his writing studio which was built above a detached carriage house. His original typewriter is still sitting on the desk. Writers can select a special tour package which includes spending a few hours writing in Hemingway’s studio.
What is the address of the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum?
The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is located at 907 Whitehead Street on the island of Key West, Florida. It’s on the block between the Olivia Street and Truman Avenue cross streets. The writer’s former home is directly across the street from the Key West Lighthouse and Lighthouse Hotel.
Are there any special events or activities hosted at the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum throughout the year?
Yes, the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is available for event rentals, including weddings and receptions. Although there are no special annual events at the museum itself, every year the island of Key West hosts a Hemingway Days festival. Hemingway-inspired festivities take place throughout the key.
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