Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum occupies the historic William Scarbrough House, a landmark antebellum mansion built in 1819 for one of the principal investors behind the first steam-powered transatlantic crossing. Located in the heart of Savannah, Georgia, the museum houses a collection of ship models, paintings, and maritime antiques from the great era of Atlantic trade in the 18th and 19th centuries. The surrounding gardens — the Scarbrough Garden, the 19th Century Parlor Garden, the vine-covered Pergola, and the Maple Grove of 24 Trident Maple trees — form the centerpiece of private events. Together with a covered North Garden Assembly Room and a brick terrace beneath a copper-roofed pavilion, the property accommodates weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. The museum itself is available for tours by arrangement for guests. Lighting, sound systems, WiFi, a catering room, a bridal suite, and on-site parking for more than 50 vehicles are included with rental. A dedicated venue manager works with clients and their event teams, and the museum maintains a list of preferred vendors for catering and related services.