Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum
| Address: | 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Savannah, GA 31401, USA |
| Phone: | +1 912-232-1511 |
| Site: | shipsofthesea.org |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | Closed 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM |
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Jimmy Delima
Lexi Hass, an 11-year-old girl from Charlotte, N.C., has a disease called Kernicterus, which is caused by high levels of bilirubin and causes neurological complications. Haas suffers from an induced brain dysfunction that has left her physically disabled and bound to a wheelchair. The girl’s family visited Savanna, Ga., last weekend, where they hoped to visit the Ships of the Sea Museum on Sunday. After carrying his daughter’s wheelchair up a flight of stairs to the museum entrance, the family was told that the girl could not come in because the wheelchair would “get the carpets dirty.” SHUT THIS PLACE DOWN OR FIRE THE STAFF AND MANAGEMENT...
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LaKeisha Washington
Took my kids over Spring Break this year. I wasnt expecting two rambunctious boys to really enjoy the humdrum of a museum, but I was pleasantly surprised. The museum has a wonderful collection of ships and artifacts to pour over. My boys really enjoyed the "titanic" room with the dvd commentary to match, and they were even interested in the other exhibits. Afterwards, we all took a walk around the beautiful gardens, which i imagine, will be even more spectacular within the coming weeks. A perfect place for a family photo! Really enjoyed. Definitely recommended.
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John McKenna
With the limited space available, this museum offers much. For those that love the sea, "and the wheels kick, and the white sails shaking", this is the only place for hours around to get your fix. it is in an Anti Bellum mansion, originally built for a descendant of John Williams, of Puritan New England fame. Many ship models and displays, artifacts, etc.. inside this Old Mansion. Oh, and if you love plants, they have the largest formal garden in Savannah - and it is open FREE, regardless if you pay to go inside or not !
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Ross Comstock
The previous review suggesting that this place is unfriendly to the handicapped is unfounded. However, take note that this museum is not ADA accessible due to this originally being a house built in the 1800s. The museum was not what I had expected...very heavy in models and art and not a lot of artifacts. If youre genuinely interested in nautical history, give it a go but dont expect the same type of exhibits you would see in other "maritime" museums.
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Adell Hanson-Kahn
The staff here were really welcoming. They greeted us with something akin to a cheery, "Ahoy!", gave us plenty of information about the displays and house and let my family of four adults in at the family price ($20, but intended for two adults & two kids)! The model ships were interesting and intricate. Solid stop overall.
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Stephen Cox
If you like model ships, this is your jam. Scale replicas of sailing ships abound but the collection features several steam ships and a couple of nuclear-powered vessels of local note. Also, dont miss the detailed exhibit on the second floor regarding the life and times of the Savannah-based passenger line.
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Michelle flowers
Went here for an outdoor Savannah Law School graduation. They have a very nice covered pavilion area, the outdoor landscaping is gorgeous. I didnt get to view the inside but I imagine that is really nice too. Located in the downtown area so theres plenty to do within walking distance.
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Bethany Frederick
Museum with replicas and other maritime items that were interesting amd fun to see while visiting Savannah. Also a friendly staff that was willing to add information and answer questions really added to the time spent here!
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Darcy Diaz
More than meets the eye. This is honestly one of my favorite museums in a city of so many. It is very well put together and has a wonderfully interesting history. Its not only a museum of ships, but also stories.
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Ariel Dominique
Very interesting, full of facts and amazing and intricately designed ship replicas, and displays. Very quiet, minimal lighting so youll need your phone or bring a flash light. Staff was amazing also.
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Keith Gunn
Had my wedding there. Tony and staff were very professional and worked hard to make our event happen the way we wished. Beautiful building / setting for any event and lovely museum. A Savannah gem!
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Leonard V. Wood
Wonderful place to learn about the Heritage of our Maritime History. Wonderful Staff and Models of Ship from the past. Beautiful Paintings and Building. Nice Garden, free parking, convenient.
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Patrick Tisdel
Go into this knowing youre just going to see a lot of (very well constructed) large model ships over two floors and not much else. Good for that, but not what I would call a museum.
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Robert McGrath
Great museum to take a tour of. Lots of model ships and everything sailor and shop. House the museum resides in is absolutely gorgeous. Neat garden as well. Beautiful light inside.
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Alice Peters
No one should go to this museum after they denied access to a paralyzed young girl because her wheelchair would dirty the floors. Boycott this offensive and disgraceful museum.
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Scott Richards
The SOTSM is a real treasure and one of my favorite venues for events, whether its a lecture, concert or just to wander the magnificent gardens and exhibits.
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Brian Watson
What a place! Old figureheads, great old ship models, scrimshaw collection, navigation aids through the ages, gilded age gardens and house.
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Christopher Howard
We had a great and friendly experience today in a historic home with much effort and cost spent on restoration. The gardens are beautiful as well.
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Matthew R Chase
Interesting museum worth visiting in part because this another house by famed architect William Jay and features an indoor bridge upstairs.
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Brian Numainville
Small but interesting museum. Like a maze to get to the entry door with poor signage. Worth it if you are into this type of history.
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Mister Clear
Very neat place with model ships showing a lot of maritime history. A neat place and one that should not be missed while in Savannah.
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Edward Amos
Wonderful collection of artwork and models with plenty of history about each ship there. My favorite was the Titanic exhibit.
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Louis Callejas
If you love history and ships then this place will intrigue you for sure! The small ship replicas are very well done....
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Wy Elkins
Great place to go for a 4th grade field trip. The Mermaid will immediately initiate puberty or a Naval career.
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A Carter
If you would like to pay good money to look at a lot of model ships then this is the place for you.
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Eric Reeve
If model ships and seafaring history are your thing, then this museum is your thing.
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Jessica Short
Lots of cool replicas. The cat statue and brothels is an interesting story.
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Steve Buller
Garden/s & the museum were great ... very well done & lots of information!
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Greg Vincelet
The best collection of model ships Ive ever seen, I highly recommend it.
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Jackie Richards
Great staff. I like its not guided tour. $9.00 for adults. Worth the 9.
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A Private User
Cool place if you enjoy maritime history. The gardens are beautiful
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Liz Schreiber
Cool ships. Wish there was more information about the house.
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Bill McBreen
Beautiful grounds and a perfect venue for a wedding!
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Dawn Gibson
The museum holds a lot of interesting history
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Shailendra Carpenter
They have good model ships. Worth a visit.
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Rebecca Ayers
Went to AURA fest here... Beautiful venue
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DanO5O
Beautiful place, good venue for events.
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Christopher Horton
Loved seeing all of the model shops.
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timothy headrick
Great displays worth the time.
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Sonny Riley
Large and beautiful venue
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Vitor Lindo
Great wedding venue!
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Janna Bradley
Neat place to visit
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Kelly Higgs
I didnt see a boat
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Dianne Melson
Nice museum.
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Rider Westerberg
Great place.
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keiyon williams
it is bad
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Todd Perkins
Ok
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