About
SSHSA..... We're the Ship People!
The Steamship Historical Society of America, Celebrating the Maritime Heritage of Powerful Ships, Legendary Passengers & Hardworking Crews, is a tax-exempt educational organization. SSHSA was established in 1935 to bring together amateur and professional historians interested in the heritage of steam navigation. The Steamship Historical Society has a membership of more than 2300 people worldwide, and our mission is dedicated to recording, preserving, and distributing information about all types of engine powered vessels. Click on "Links" above to see our partners, advertisers, sponsors & links.
Looking for materials such as photographs, statistics, or promotional materials about various ships, transit companies, or related information?
Doing research to find out more about the ship your great-great grandparents came over from "the old country" upon?
Want to see a picture of the merchant marine vessel that your uncle served on during World War II?
Interested in finding out what steamboat travel upon the American coastal waters was like in the 19th and 20th Century?
Like to take trips on classic ocean liners or modern cruise ships?
Ever take a ride to an amusement park on a ferryboat, take an excursion on a tourboat to an island resort, or skim along on a high-speed hydroplane to vacation destinations?
Like The Great Lakes' freighters, working harbor tugboats, or inland river sternwheelers?
Wonder what it's like to take a pleasure ride on a vintage steam launch, classic yacht, or antique boat?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then your first port-of-call should be SSHSA!
We are the authority on engine-powered vessels and, through our membership, have vast resources, experts in the field, and historical data available. Contact us today but first, please consider joining the growing numbers of SSHSA members who already enjoy the benefits of supporting a great organization. It's easy to join. Click on the "Join" button in the black bar on the top right of this page and download the membership application. Or you may call us at 401-274-0805 and we will be happy to process your application via credit card over the phone.
