Designed to emulate the feel of a 19th-century wrecker’s warehouse filled with bounty and equipment, the exhibits of this interactive museum combine artifacts, actors and films to bring Key West’s colorful heritage to life.

Step into the world of 1856 Key West, a realm dominated by the era of the wreckers. Embark on a maritime journey at the Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum, where you’ll explore Key West’s nautical heritage and its rise as one of the United States’ most prosperous cities.

Immerse yourself in an experience that effortlessly blends actors, films and authentic artifacts recovered from the 1985 rediscovery of the wrecked vessel Isaac Allerton, which met its fate in 1856 on the treacherous Florida Keys reef.

Museum Highlights:

• Discover artifacts from the shipwrecked Isaac Allerton, one of the richest shipwrecks in Key West’s history
• Listen to the tales of wrecks and daring recoveries
• Climb up the 65FT lookout tower, where the brave wreckers would watch the reef night and day for a wreckage to salvage for valuables

Hours: Monday through Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: 1 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040

Contact: (305) 292-8990

Website: www.keywestshipwreck.com

Photo Credit: Historic Tours Of America