The Martello Gallery-Key West Art and Historical Museum (also known as the East Martello Tower), is a historic site located at 3501 South Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West,

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. It is the best-preserved example of the Martello style of military architecture in the country.Official Site

Fort East Martello Museum & Gardens

The site is now known as the Fort East Martello Museum & Gardens, and features exhibits of local history and art. Displays include early settlement, sponging and fishing, Cuban influence, military involvement, writers and other characters. The museum notably houses

Robert the Doll Robert the Doll is an allegedly haunted doll exhibited at the East Martello Museum in Key West, Florida. Robert was once owned by painter, author, and Key West resident Robert Eugene Otto. History The doll originally belonged to Robert Eugene ...

, a supposedly haunted doll belonging to the late artist Robert Eugene Otto. The museum also features works by folk artist Mario Sanchez, and art created from junk by Stanley Papio. The Key West Art & Historical Society operates the museum.

References

Monroe County listings
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National Register of Historic Places

Florida's Office of Cultural and Historical Programs
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Monroe County listings
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East Martello Gallery and Museum

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