Hemingway Mansion Key West

The Hemingway Home and Museum

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(21.1K) · Museum in Key West, United States
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Built in 1851, home to Ernest Hemingway 1931-1940, National Historic Landmark, Literary Landmark and recognized by Library of Congress for it's …

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Feb 10, 2025
Neat and pretty house BUT it smells like cat pee. There are 59 cats that are offspring from Hemingway cats. The cats have people who care for them and they are well taken care of, The swimming poo…Full review by Nancy H
Feb 9, 2025
I had been to Key West a few times before and I had never visited this place. I am glad I did this time. Our guide was knowledgeable and fun. The home is beautiful and one can imagine what it was in …Full review by d2pdx
Feb 8, 2025
We had a terrific guide who explained many aspects of Hemmingway’s years in Key West as well as general information on Hemmingway’s overall life, writings, etc. 59 cats were there when we visited. Al…Full review by williambT7577BQ
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Residence of Author Ernest Hemingway
The Ernest Hemingway House was the residence of author Ernest Hemingway in Key West, Florida, United States. It is at 907 Whit…
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The Ernest Hemingway House was the residence of American writer Ernest Hemingway in the 1930s. The house is situated on the isla…
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Located:907 Whitehead Street
Construction completed:1851

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What’s with the cats? Do they live there or are they feral? If you are allergic to cats, is it best to skip this stop?
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The cats are all in the house. I’m allergic but didn’t have any issues!!!
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Can you walk around the outside of the house for free?
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We did walk by before we visited and one can only see a few glimpses, given the wall and all the trees. The writer built the high wall to keep curiosity seekers at bay when he lived …
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We did walk by before we visited and one can only see a few glimpses, given the wall and all the trees. The writer built the high wall to keep curiosity seekers at bay when he lived there and it still works today. But, well worth the fee to visit the museum.
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Are the cats inside and outside? Would someone allergic to cats be advised to avoid this attraction?
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Yes cats are everywhere! They are well behaved and it encouraged not to pet them but if allergic then maybe it’s not a good idea.
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Can u bring cat treats and give them to the cats?
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No, you are asked not to feed them. They are cared for by special staff and vets.
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