Literary Destination: The Fitzgerald Museum in Montgomery, Alabama

Katy February 5, 2015

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When we imagine F. Scott Fitzgerald and his wife Zelda, we tend to think of them in some New York ballroom, sipping champagne and dancing dizzily. You might not expect to find The F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum in an old historic neighborhood in the Deep South. But despite its unlikely location, this stately museum is a must-visit for fans of the Jazz Age icons.
The museum occupies the first floor of the meticulously preserved home. It's a small space, but even the neighborhood is a sight to see. Behind the brick entryway, the museum houses include over 300 Fitzgerald artifacts, among th...

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