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Arabia Steamboat Museum is home to 200 tons of frontier bound cargo lost when the steamboat Arabia sank in the Missouri River near Kansas City in 1856.

Story

When the steamboat Arabia sank in the Missouri River in 1856, some said she carried gold...others said fine china. What was actually discovered will amaze you! Explore the lives of the Western pioneers through the story of the sunken Arabia and its cargo, a remarkable time capsule of life on the American frontier. You will also be intrigued by one of the greatest treasure-hunting stories ever told. And don’t be surprised if you are greeted by one of the original excavators as they are often here to welcome guests.Their tale of adventure has made the museum a favorite Kansas City attraction since 1991.

Address: 400 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106, USA
Phone: (816) 471-1856
moc.liamg@muesumtaobmaets
State: Missouri
Zip Code: 64106


Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

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Reviews
Awesome place of immense historical information. Been multiple times, enjoy taking guest, always see something I missed before. The book, "Treasure in a Cornfield" by Greg Hawley is well written and delightful read of a family adventure! One of the area's Own 'treasures '!
7 years ago (15-01-2018)
I haven't been here yet..maybe one day. But I've heard it's awesome and the items are nice! Have a blessed day and loves you all! Asalaam ☮️ peace
7 years ago (08-01-2018)
Really cool museum. The tour is very informative and thought provoking. Seeing what was able to be salavaged from a steamboat in the 1980's that sank before the Civil War is very interesting to see. They have yet to put everything out that they have excavated so the collection keeps growing. The amount of information that you can see and hear from this museum gives you a closer look as to what it took to live during the pioneer days of the United States.
8 years ago (28-12-2017)
WOW!! Absolutely amazing!! Largest wet find ever. Steamboat Arabia is a MUST see! Well worth the money for sure!! You go on a 45 min. guided tour and then watch a 15 min video. After that you will tour around the "boat" on your own. Very impressive! We were able to meet David, one of the owners/diggers, which was an even bigger plus. Every person here knows the history and they are eager to share. Go ENJOY!! Thanks to the good Lord for guiding these 5 willing families in this find!! We appreciate you all standing on Faith and bringing this beauty up.
8 years ago (17-07-2017)
It was pretty boring and I just learned things I already new, but it was a great experience. I would recommend going the but the tour people kept saying, '' Haha, cool right?''. So I give this a 4 star rating.
7 years ago (26-01-2018)
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