George M. Verity Riverboat Museum

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200 Mississippi Dr
Keokuk, IA 52632
The George M Verity Riverboat Museum in Keokuk, IA is a historic attraction that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history of river transportation. The museum is located in Victory Park on the riverfront and showcases the George M. Verity paddle boat, which was built in Dubuque, Iowa by the U.S. Government to revive river transportation. The boat, originally known as the S.S. Thorpe, was later renamed after the founder of the Armco Steel Corporation, George M. Verity. The museum provides a fascinating look at the boat's history and its role in moving barges along the river. Additionally, the museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, highlighting its significance in American history and culture.

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Amazingly fun
10/5/2024

The tour guide was so nice and explained the working of the ship easily to my 8 year old. He made th...

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Fascinating
7/20/2024

Fascinating story. Excellent tour by volunteer. Well worth the visit. I’m from Middletown Ohio wher...

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Fascinating history
7/7/2024

We got a personalized tour of the boat and the guide was super knowledgeable. It was great to get a...

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