Ship Museum
at Montrose, Iowa
Visit the oldest ship replica in America.
Touch physical evidence that proves the Phoenicians could sail to America as early as 600 B.C.
Discover local rock findings that show they were here long before we knew it.
Drive here,
only 30-minutes from Nauvoo.
-
✓ Touch the Ship
-
✓ Experience the Movie
-
✓ Uncover Ancient Mysteries
Help us restore a ship that challenges history.
We are on a mission to connect people from the Old World with people in the New World.
As the centerpiece, we have the PHOENICIA, a faithful replica of a 600 BC ship, that crossed the Atlantic.
You can help in the restoration of this truth by donating time and money for the rebuilding of the ship.
Why is the Phoenicia ship at the Mississippi?
Ancient artifacts tie the Phoenicians to the Mississippi.
Because of Covid and a hurricane in Florida, the ship replica was almost lost.
The historic ship is now in Iowa for the whole world to witness.
You’ll be rewarded!
As a supporter of The Phoenicia Restoration Project, you can now receive a faithful model of the ship as a thank you!
By supporting the Phoenicia Project
You are helping to
Restore the Phoenicia starting in the summer of 2022.
Help build a visitors center in Iowa for your family to see and experience.
Rescue the lost history of the Phoenicians from around the world.
Help the Legacy come alive
Four actions to make a difference. Every hour and dollar will help.
Join a restoration project that can influence millions.
Purchase a miniature of the Phoenicia for support.
Visit the Phoenicia Ship only 30 minutes from the Nauvoo Temple.
Pre-Order the Documentary to watch with your family.
Why people are so excited about the Phoenicia
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor.”
– Name
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor.”
– Name
Phoenicia in the news
Make a historical difference today
Donate to the restoration of the Phoenicia and the
legacy of worldwide travel before Columbus
Interested in a larger contribution?
Get in contact with us directly
Follow the progress!
News from the Phoenicia Restoration Site
-
![]()
Grateful for Today’s Visitors
-
![]()
How Rare an Event
-
![]()
Phoenicia at Bowers Museum
