Paddlewheel Collection

Paddle steamer Natchez on the Mississippi River, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Steamboat pier, New York City - Families boarding an excursion steamer on the East River, 1870s
NWI4760114 Steamboat pier, New York City - Families boarding an excursion steamer on the East River, 1870s.; (add.info.: Steamboat pier)

PS John H Amos, paddlewheel tugboat, built in Scotland in 1931, pictured going down river, Teesside, Circa 1973. Paddle Steamer (PS) John H Amos

Steamship Stanley - E. A. Tilly
History of Africa. Steamship Stanley. It was built for the journey of Henry Morton Stanley on the Congo River. Engraving by E. A. Tilly

New York Ferry Boat, c. 1860-65 (hand-coloured lithograph)
3704162 New York Ferry Boat, c.1860-65 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; American, out of copyright

New York Ferry Boat, c. 1860-65 (hand-coloured lithograph)
3704163 New York Ferry Boat, c.1860-65 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; American, out of copyright

Paddle wheel in motion on the historic steamboat The Natchez in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Excursion steamboats leaving London 1900
Excursion steamboats leaving fresh Wharf, London Bridge. Date: 1900

Monsieur des Blancs steamboat, 1802, using endless chain paddles. From The Book of Ships, published c. 1920
Monsieur des Blancs steamboat, 1802, using endless chain paddles. From The Book of Ships, published c.1920

William Symingtons (1764-1831) stern wheel steam tug, Charlotte Dundas in 1803. From The Book of Ships, published c.1920

Excursion Steamer On The Hudson River New York State In The 1870S. From American Pictures Drawn With Pen And Pencil By Rev Samuel Manning Circa 1880

Paddlewheel Boat On Lake With Tree Lined Shoreline, Hills And Mountains In The Background And Blue Sky And Clouds; Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Tennessee, Memphis. Memphis city skyline and riverboat port area from Mud Island River Park

Mississippi, Natchez. Port area of Natchez along the Mississippi River. Traditional paddlewheel boat, now a floating casino

Robert Fultons steamboat. Constructed by the North American engineer Robert FULTON (1765-1815)
Robert Fultons steamboat. Constructed by the North American engineer Robert Fulton (1765-1815). Colored engraving of the 19th century

WATERSPOUT, 1896. A waterspout over Vineyard Sound off Marthas Vineyard, Massachusetts, 19 August 1896. Photographed by Baldwin Coolidge

PADDLEWHEELER, c1900. A docked paddlewheeler at Oak Bluffs, Marthas Vineyard, Massachusetts

FRANCE: STEAMBOAT, 1839. Launching of the unexplodable steamboat Papin at Blois, France, on the Loire River, 1839. Contemporary French lithograph after Charles Pensee

CIVIL WAR: NAVAL BATTLE, 1861. The destruction of the Union merchantman ship, Harvey Birch by the Confederate steamer, CSS Nashville, in the English Channel, 19 November 1861

New Orleans, USA. Red paddlewheel of paddle steamer Natchez on Mississippi River

LA, New Orleans. Paddlewheel of the Creole Queen on the Mississippi River
Louisiana, New Orleans. Paddlewheel of the Creole Queen on the Mississippi River

NA, USA, Louisiana Delta Queen on the Mississippi River just before sunset
NA, USA, Louisiana, Delta Queen on the Mississippi River just before sunset

USA, LA, New Orleans
USA, Louisiana, New Orleans

Paddle steamer Natchez, on the edge of the Mississippi River in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

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"Unveiling the Magnificence of Paddlewheels: A Journey Through Time and Rivers" Witness the grandeur of the Paddle steamer Natchez as it gracefully glides along the iconic Mississippi River, a true testament to engineering marvels. The Steamship Stanley - E. A. Tilly, a majestic vessel adorned with a powerful paddlewheel, conquers rivers with its sheer elegance and strength. Behold the PS John H Amos, an extraordinary paddlewheel tugboat originating from Scotland in 1931, effortlessly maneuvering downstream with precision. Step back in time with a hand-coloured lithograph capturing the essence of New York Ferry Boat during its heyday between 1860-65, showcasing its remarkable paddlewheel design. Experience pure enchantment as you witness a paddle wheel in motion on board The Natchez steamboat in vibrant New Orleans, Louisiana – where history comes alive on every river bend. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as excursion steamboats bid farewell to London's shores in 1900; their paddlewheels churning up memories of bygone eras filled with adventure and exploration. Gaze upon Memphis city skyline from Mud Island and let your eyes wander towards the bustling riverboat port area – where modernity meets tradition through captivating paddlewheel vessels. Discover the charm of Natchez along the mighty Mississippi River; its picturesque port area beckons travelers to embark on unforgettable journeys aboard magnificent paddlewheel ships. Pay homage to Robert Fulton's groundbreaking invention – his legendary steamboat forever etched into history books for revolutionizing transportation across waterways worldwide through innovative paddles wheels. Lose yourself amidst breathtaking views of New Orleans' iconic Steamboat Natchez navigating skillfully along the mesmerizing Mississippi River – an experience that captures both hearts and imaginations alike.