Titanic Museum Exhibit ~

Over 100 years ago, a tragic and rich history began at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. We all know that the Titanic tragically sunk after hitting an iceberg, thanks largely in part to Titanic the movie, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. But what do you really know about the real people that were aboard the ship? If you want personal accounts of what happened, the stories that actual survivors left behind, then there is no place better to look than the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

The Titanic Museum Attraction In Pigeon Forge

When we first entered the Titanic Museum, we were greeted by people in full attire that you would have expected to see on the White Line Titanic ship. Jay and I were each given a card with the name and short bio of an actual passenger on the Titanic. We would have to wait until the end of the tour to find out if our person survived or not. We were provided with audio speakers that we could listen to at our own pace through the museum. There are codes that you punch into the earpieces so that you can learn more about each exhibit – this comes in adult version or child version. I like this because, as we all know, this isn’t a story that ends well, and that can be a bit much for a child to hear about – so they have child versions to listen to.

Much like many historical museums, you can not take pictures in the the Titanic Museum. I assume this is because the repeated flashes can destroy old documents and such, but I didn’t ask. So, for the purposes of this review, I will be sharing pictures from the actual website. 🙂

I really enjoyed actually learning about individuals on the ship. Many of the exhibits were letters, pictures and personal items that belonged to those that were on Titanic. There were also actual recordings that were part of the audio piece of the tour. We got to climb an actual replica of the grand staircase that you see in the Titanic movie. We also went into a room where we got to feel an actual iceberg and stick our hands in water that was the same temperature as the water the night the Titanic sank. I could hold my hands in there for 6 seconds. That’s it. Nothing ever put the passengers suffering into perspective for me the way that experience did.

What Did I Think Of The Titanic Museum Experience?

I really didn’t know what to expect at the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, TN. However, I can say that when I left, I felt that the memories of those people who lost their lives on the Titanic were respected. The exhibits at this museum are meant to teach and give the visitor the most authentic hands on experience that one can get having not actually been on the Titanic. It seems like the people who put this museum together really care about the tragedy. I left the Titanic Museum feeling both sad about the loss of all those lives {and the arrogance of many that helped lead to such a disaster} and glad that I had learned more about the people on the ship – and not just the accident as a whole.

Want To Get Married On The Titanic?

Yes, you can make that happen. You can have your wedding at the Titanic attraction as well as renew vows and plan other events.

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