“see how shipwrecking made Key West the richest U.S. city”
Wreck Ashore! With these words, enter the world of 1856 Key West… the era of the wreckers. At the Key West Shipwreck Museum you will step back into time as you discover Key West’s unique maritime heritage and how it became the richest city in the United States. The Key West Museum combines actors, films and the actual artifacts from the 1985 rediscovery of the wrecked vessel Isaac Allerton, which sank in 1856 on the treacherous Florida Keys reef. Join master wrecker Asa Tift and his wrecking crew as he tells you the story of how this unusual industry provided for the livelihoods of the early pioneers of Key West. You will be invited to climb the 65′ lookout tower and if need be, alarm Mr. Tift of any wrecks on the reef!
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In my opinion, it's a tourist trap. Yes, it's good entertainment but not worthy to be on top of your list. It showcases bits of maritime heritage and some pieces of it's history. Good stuff but nothing special.
Great history, and the actors put on a great show to pull you into the experience. A different side of Key West's history.
Disappointing.. They try to put on a good show but it wasn't worth the money or wait.
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