Everything You Need To Know About The Tennessee Williams Museum In Key West Florida

Just a few blocks from the bustling Duncan Street in Key West, The Tennessee Williams Museum gives literary fans an opportunity to delve into the life and works of the famous playwright. The exhibit located on 513 Truman Avenue, is only a few miles from where Williams himself lived until his death in 1983.

Background

A long resident of the Florida Keys, Williams was openly gay and shared a home with his partner Frank Merlo. He formed part of the literary movement flourishing in the historic and artistic island, which was also teeming with influences from writers like novelist Ernest Hemingway.

Literary work

Though he was best known for his plays, even being inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame, Williams was also a prolific writer of short stories, essays, and even poetry.

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The museum

The Tennessee Williams Museum exhibits the largest collection of the late playwright’s memorabilia. On display, visitors will see Williams’ typewriter, personal photographs, and his first-edition plays and books. Visitors may also peruse a collection of rare newspaper and magazine articles, videos and other artifacts showcased. A model of his home in the Keys in which he lived for 34 years is also on display.

In celebration of the playwright’s 100th birthday, museum curators have proposed to honor the festivities with a short story writing contest and film screenings. The events are being held for tourists and locals alike until April, 9.

Admission to the museum is free to the public.

513 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, USA, +1 305 842 1666

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