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Hemingway's Idaho Sanctuary: A Writer's Final Haven
11 Sep
Summary
- Hemingway's final Idaho home is now a protected historic site.
- The mid-century modern house overlooks the Big Wood River.
- It serves as a private retreat for visiting writers.
Ernest Hemingway's final residence in Ketchum, Idaho, purchased in 1959, has been meticulously preserved as a sanctuary overlooking the Big Wood River. This mid-century modern home, originally built in 1953, became Hemingway's permanent base following his departure from Cuba.
Despite Hemingway's declining health during his final 18 months, much of his productive literary work was completed at this Ketchum house, including parts of 'A Moveable Feast.' He passed away in the home on July 2, 1961.
After Hemingway's death, his wife Mary maintained the property. It was later entrusted to The Nature Conservancy and is now cared for by the Community Library Association since May 2017. The residence, recognized on the National Register of Historic Places for its architecture and Hemingway association, now serves as a private retreat for visiting writers.
