STEAMSHIP WILLAM G MATHER MSM

CLEVELAND, OH

Egyptiana Fashion designs inspired by ancient Egypt, displayed in a Cleveland Museum of Art exhibit about the influence of Egypt on modern popular culture and aesthetics. 

Right a center: by Egyptian designer Yasmine Yeya for Maison Yeya.

Left: by Karl Lagerfeld for House of Chanel.
Egyptiana Credit: Maia C

The Steamship William G. Mather MSM is a historic vessel permanently docked in Cleveland, Ohio. The ship was built in 1925 by the Cleveland-Cliffs Iron Company and named after its then-president, William G. Mather. The ship was designed to transport iron ore from mines in the Great Lakes region to steel mills on the East Coast. It was in service until 1980, when it was donated to the Great Lakes Historical Society.

The ship is now a museum and a popular tourist attraction in Cleveland. Visitors can explore the ship's nine decks and learn about the history of Great Lakes shipping. The ship is also used for educational programs and special events.

The William G. Mather MSM is 618 feet long and 60 feet wide, with a gross weight of 8,662 tons. It was powered by two steam turbines and had a top speed of 16 miles per hour. The ship could carry up to 14,000 tons of cargo.

The ship's interior includes exhibits on the history of Great Lakes shipping, the science of navigation, and the daily life of crew members. Visitors can also explore the engine room, the pilot house, and the crew's quarters. The William G. Mather MSM is an important piece of industrial history, and a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century shipping.

STEAMSHIP WILLAM G MATHER MSM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CLEVELAND OH. US MID #8403900034

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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STEAMSHIP WILLAM G MATHER MSM
305 MATHER WAY
CLEVELAND
OH
44114

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MID # 8403900034
Name STEAMSHIP WILLAM G MATHER MSM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 41.50516, -81.682819
CODES FIPS State Code: 39
FIPS County Code: 035
US Census Tract: 192800
US Census Block: 1017