Steamboat Era Museum — Attraction in Irvington

Happened to be driving through the area. Saw a sign and stopped. Found myself spending an hour. This is what a local history museum should be. It certainly explains the origins and the significance of the steamboat era for the Chesapeake Bay region. At the same time, the museum is organized to offer engaging materials for a range of visitor interests. I'm a senior on my own, but I found myself sharing gallery time with families and a school group of engaged children. Be sure to take the time to watch the video on the creation of the museum space...

Don’t miss this gem of a small museum in Irvington. You’ll learn about life and river- and Bay-based transportation during the time of steamships and be happy you did so. Docent Kathy showed us the highlights, then let us wander on our own. Exhibits are interesting and beautifully rendered, with many recently installed. The requisite boat models are on display, but these are truly special. And the meticulously restored pilothouse of the steamship Potomac...

My wife and I were camping nearby when we stumbled upon the museum The idea of a steamboat museum got our curiosity. Growing up around Fredericksburg, Va. I knew of steamboats, but not much. The museum was quite detailed and full of displays. There is even a real pilot house inside the museum from the steamboat Potomac. The video about the pilot house is a must see. And 2 of the Captains were from Fredericksburg. We highly...