One of the most fascinating shipwreck sites that has ever been discovered, the SS Republic, is one of the primary sources of artifacts in the museum. This amazing recovery is the largest Civil War-era treasure trove ever found. History of the USS Republic In 1865, the SS Republic was en-route to New Orleans from New…
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SS Republic Survivor’s Letter
One of the passengers on the SS Republic's final voyage wrote a letter to his wife back home, sharing what was happening onboard the ship each day. In writing this letter, he created a fantastic record of a journey that we would otherwise only be able to speculate about! Below is the full letter that…
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Gift Shop
Shipwrecked Treasure Museum at the Branson Landing offers visitors the opportunity to purchase souvenirs that range from one-of-a-kind artifacts recovered from shipwrecks to pirate eye patches and hats for kids. Our gift shop is open during the same hours as the museum, and you are welcome to come in and browse without needing to purchase…
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