ARABIA STEAMBOAT MUSEUM

KANSAS CITY, MO

The Arabia Steamboat Museum is a popular tourist destination located in Kansas City, Missouri. The museum is home to a collection of artifacts from the steamboat Arabia, which sank in the Missouri River in 1856. The Arabia was carrying a cargo of food, clothing, and supplies intended for settlers moving westward. The ship was buried beneath the river's silt for over 130 years before being discovered and excavated in the 1980s.

Today, the museum displays over 200 tons of artifacts that were recovered from the Arabia's wreckage. These artifacts provide a unique glimpse into life in the mid-19th century, including clothing, tools, and household items. Visitors can also see the remains of the steamboat itself, which has been reconstructed to its original size.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum also offers educational programs for visitors of all ages. Guests can participate in interactive activities, watch videos about the excavation process, and learn about the history of the steamboat era. The museum also has a gift shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs and memorabilia related to the Arabia and life on the frontier. Overall, the Arabia Steamboat Museum is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in history, archaeology, or the American West.

ARABIA STEAMBOAT MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in KANSAS CITY MO. US MID #8402900110

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• telephone: 8164714030
• website: http://www.1856.com

ARABIA STEAMBOAT MUSEUM
400 GRAND BLVD
KANSAS CITY
MO
64106

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