Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House
8 expert reviews
“Here, in the second-floor courtroom, the official inquiry into what caused the sinking of the USS Maine was conducted.”
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Lonely Planet
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"There is art at the end of the road, and you’ll find the best at this museum, which is worth a look-see if only for its gorgeous home."
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Frommer's
"Built in 1891 this imposing four-story red-brick landmark alongside Mallory Square now showcases local artists and exhibitions on historical events such as the 1935 hurricane and Hemingway's impact."
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Afar Magazine
"Key West may be known best as a beach destination, but the island offers plenty of cultural and educational experiences as well."
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Atlas Obscura
"A historic landmark and museum filled with curious objects representing the history of Key West. "
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Frommer's
"Built in 1891 to house both the government’s customs office and postal service and courts, this imposing four-story red-brick landmark alongside Mallory Square made an early mark as the site of inquiry into the sinking of the USS Maine in Havana harbor, which led the United States into the Spanish-American War"
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