Robert the Doll

Robert the Doll Robert the Doll is displayed at Fort East Martello in Key West, Florida.
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Robert the Doll was the boyhood companion of Robert Eugene (Gene) Otto, a resident of Key West, Florida. Early on, strange things began to happen while Robert the Doll was around: items went missing or were moved around. The Doll was frequently blamed for the mischief, giving rise to the statement 'Robert Did It!'. People who were familiar with Robert believed that the doll changed his facial expr

essions while neighbors claimed the doll moved from window to window in the family home when the family was out. When Gene Otto died in 1974, Robert was placed in the attic and forgotten about for a number of year until he was donated to the Key West Art & Historical Society and put on display at Fort East Martello Museum

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02/13/2026

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12/16/2025

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💀 It's that time of year again, my favorite day. It's Halloween! 👻The shadows stretch a little longer tonight.👺 What are...
10/31/2025

💀 It's that time of year again, my favorite day. It's Halloween! 👻
The shadows stretch a little longer tonight.

👺 What are your plans?

IT’S MY BIRTHDAY!!!💀🖤🕸️
10/25/2025

IT’S MY BIRTHDAY!!!
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How great is this for a Halloween decoration?
10/21/2025

How great is this for a Halloween decoration?

🎂📬 My Birthday Is Coming...October 25 is creeping closer, and I’ve already received a very special card. Do you dare to ...
10/15/2025

🎂📬 My Birthday Is Coming...
October 25 is creeping closer, and I’ve already received a very special card. Do you dare to send me one too?

I do enjoy mail...and I always remember who forgets. 😈✍️

📮 Send your birthday card to:
Robert the Doll
3501 South Roosevelt Boulevard
Key West, FL 33040

Make sure it arrives before October 25! I’ll be waiting.

🎂📬 My Birthday Is Coming...October 25 is creeping closer, and I’ve already received a very special card.  Do you dare to...
10/10/2025

🎂📬 My Birthday Is Coming...
October 25 is creeping closer, and I’ve already received a very special card. Do you dare to send me one too?

I do enjoy mail...and I always remember who forgets. 😈✍️

📮 Send your birthday card to:
Robert the Doll
3501 South Roosevelt Boulevard
Key West, FL 33040

Make sure it arrives before October 25! I’ll be waiting.

🎃 27 days ‘til Halloween…and I’ve got something tiny but terribly fun for the season.👁️ Say hello to the Mini Robert the...
10/04/2025

🎃 27 days ‘til Halloween…and I’ve got something tiny but terribly fun for the season.

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People send me letters and emails all the time.  Some are curious.  Some are kind. And some, like this one, come from vi...
08/07/2025

People send me letters and emails all the time. Some are curious. Some are kind. And some, like this one, come from visitors who’ve had… unforeseen experiences.

Here’s a recent letter I received from someone who came to see me back in January:

“I want to say sorry for disrespecting you when we came to visit in January of this year. I must say I was skeptical at first, but within 10 hours of leaving you, my family of 10 were on a golf cart and were rear-ended. From there, things have gotten worse. I am now a believer of you…”

Whether you believe in my story or not, I always appreciate respect — especially when you visit.

–Robert

Once, I had the privilege of meeting Ozzy Osbourne during his visit to Key West.  Oddly enough, after our encounter, he ...
07/22/2025

Once, I had the privilege of meeting Ozzy Osbourne during his visit to Key West. Oddly enough, after our encounter, he seemed to think I was responsible for his misfortunes. I suppose not everyone can handle my presence as well as they think. Still, I’ll give credit where it's due: Ozzy was certainly memorable. You’ll be missed. Rest in peace.

Did anyone else hear about this?My thoughts are with his friends and colleagues at the New England Society for Psychic R...
07/16/2025

Did anyone else hear about this?

My thoughts are with his friends and colleagues at the New England Society for Psychic Research - NESPR

“The doll is something to be respected, not revered.”

He’s Watching.Mini Robert the Doll isn't just a replica—he carries a presence all his own.For a limited time, claim your...
07/11/2025

He’s Watching.

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But remember: some things should never be invited in.
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According to science, dolls are inanimate objects, but those who care for Robert the Doll and the thousands who visit him each year know better. Learn more on

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3501 S Roosevelt Boulevard
Key West, FL
33040

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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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