Arabia Steamboat Museum

Overview

Hear the legendary tale of the loss of this great ship in 1856, its discovery 132 years later and its 200 tons of cargo. This truly unique museum is a time capsule of life on the frontier, and its amazing story has been featured by Antiques Roadshow, Good Morning America and the History Channel. The artifacts are preserved and displayed at the Arabia Steamboat Museum, located in the historic City Market. From clothing, fine china and carpentry tools to guns, dishes and children’s toys to the world’s oldest pickles—the collection captivates visitors of all ages. Whether it’s your first visit to this favorite Kansas City attraction or you come every year, the treasures of the Steamboat Arabia will connect you to American history in a new and exciting way.