The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is located in the heart of Old Town Key West, Florida, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the area. The museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the famous American author Ernest Hemingway, who lived and worked on the property from 1931 to 1939. The home is a prime example of Spanish Colonial architecture and boasts lush gardens, a swimming pool, and a famous population of six-toed cats.
Visitors to the museum can explore the house, which has been restored to its 1930s glory and contains original furnishings and personal effects belonging to Hemingway and his family. Some of the highlights of the tour include Hemingway's writing studio, where he wrote some of his most famous works, and the trophy room, which contains many of his hunting trophies.
One of the most unique features of the museum is the population of approximately 50 polydactyl cats, or cats with six toes. These cats are descendants of Hemingway's original pet cat, Snow White, who was given to him by a ship's captain. The cats are free to roam the property and have become an iconic part of the museum's image.