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About SSHSA

To Record, Preserve, and Disseminate the History of Engine Powered Vessels

The Steamship Historical Society of America is a non-profit organization with a growing membership base of more than 2100 people worldwide. Our mission is that we are dedicated to recording, preserving, and distributing information of and about the history of engine powered vessels. Simply put, we strive to be the most comprehensive power ship history resource for education, information, and research purposes. Although "Steamship" is our firstname, we welcome any and all maritime enthusiasts, professional or amatuer historians, and nautical buffs. Membership applications are processed throughout the entire year.

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News & Events

SS United States Documentary World Premiere onboard RMS Queen Mary

SS United States: Lady in Waiting, a one hour high-definition documentary produced by Big Ship Films in cooperation with the SS United States Conservancy, premieres at a black-tie gala. See Read More

Sizzlin' on the Ohio - "Where Pigs Fly! " SSHSA 2008 National Conference

Mark your calendar today for June 19 -22, 2008 and download the registration form for this fabulous event that is certain to be a fun, entertaining, and informative time.  Read More

ACBS Be in the Fast Lane International Boat Show

Join The Steamship Historical Society of America, an official Marque Club of the Antique & Classic Boat Society, at beautiful Coeur D'Alene, Idaho  September 14 - 20th, 2008.    This is… Read More

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Publications

Steamboat Bill Spring 2008

Spring 2008

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Take part in two once-in-a-lifetime events—the January 2008 tandem crossing of the Queen Elizabeth 2 and the Queen Victoria and the meeting of all three Cunard Queens in New York. Authors Roger… Read More

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