Shipwreck Museum

The Key West Shipwreck Museum recalls the phrase “Wreck Ashore!” With these words, enter the bygone era of 1856 Key West… the era of the wreckers. At the Key West Shipwreck Museum, you will step back in time as you discover Key West’s unique maritime heritage and how it became the wealthiest city in the United States.

The KEY WEST MUSEUM combines actors, films, and 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!

Museum Hours

9:30 am to 5 pm.
Last entry is at 4:30 pm.