Fort East Martello
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Key West · Florida · Museums & oddities
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Ghost tour · Book ahead
Meet the Robert the Doll story through the fort's paranormal-themed experience.
Historical background
The Fort East Martello Museum & Gardens (also known as the East Martello Tower), is a historic site located at 3501 South Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West, Florida, United States. On June 19, 1972, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It is the best-preserved example of the Martello style of military architecture in the country.
Background excerpt: Martello Gallery-Key West Art and Historical Museum, Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0. Excerpted from the introduction; formatting simplified. Contributor history.
The story behind the stop
A ghost tour is a storytelling or investigation experience; its availability and format can change. Read the source account ↗
Plan your visit
Arrange an authorized visit before traveling. Confirm the date, meeting point, minimum age, accessibility, and photography rules with the operator. Some experiences are seasonal or limited to scheduled groups.
Locate Fort East Martello on a map ↗
Prepared October 2, 2026. Opening hours, prices, access, and tour availability are not monitored in real time.
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