THE STORY
Reported Haunting
Fort East Martello is home to Robert the Doll, an early 20th-century doll surrounded by one of Key West's most famous supernatural legends. Visitors claim Robert changes expression or position, causes cameras to malfunction, and brings misfortune to those who disrespect or photograph him without permission.
Beware! Legend has it that those who want to take a photograph of Robert where he is on display must ask nicely. If he agrees to let you photograph him, he will tip his head to one side. If he does not acknowledge your request and you photograph him anyway, he may curse or follow you.