Bob Evans’s 2026 Message of Remembrance
U.S. Shipwreck Remembrances
Remembering the
S.S. Central America
170 Years Since the Storm
In memory of the 425 men who perished when the S.S. Central America sank during a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean in 1857. Of the 578 crew and passengers aboard, only 153 men, women and children were rescued. We remember that the rescued were also victims, with many losing families, friends and fortunes.
Message from Bob Evans
In Honor of Those Who Were Aboard the S.S. Central America on Her Fateful Journey
According to Bob’s remembrance letter of September 12, 2025:
“The greatest lost treasure in United States history had its genesis in an appalling disaster. The stories of the survivors ultimately led us to the incredible treasure. I feel an ethical burden to share the story of the people who survived the sinking. I invite you to pause (today) in commemoration.”
Bob Evans was the Chief Scientist and Historian responsible for the co-discovery, recovery and curating of the treasures found 7,200 feet below sea level.
We join Bob Evans in requesting that you help us Remember the people aboard the S.S. Central America’s final journey by joining us for a moment of reflection, honoring the 425 passengers and crew members whose lives were lost and the 153 men, women and children who were rescued and whose lives were changed forever.
For more information about what was going on before the S.S. Central America’s final journey click below:
The "Ship of Gold"
S.S. Central America Treasure
Along with its human cost, the wreck carried a legendary cargo of California Gold Rush treasure — a discovery that would only come to light more than a century later.
Sank
Sept. 12, 1857
Amazing
Treasure
Important
History
"A story of storm, sacrifice, and gold — told for the first time in a way lifelong learners can hold onto."
S.S. Central America Bell
This bell was recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck site and was donated to the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. The bell is located near the obelisk honoring Commander William Lewis Herndon who, as Captain, went down with his ship September 12,1857, after ensuring the safety of women and children.
170th Anniversary 2027
The 170th Anniversary of the Sinking of the S.S. Central America (SSCA) is September 12, 2027.
This bell was recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck site and was donated to the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. The bell is located near the obelisk honoring Commander William Lewis Herndon who, as Captain, went down with his ship September 12,1857, after ensuring the safety of women and children.
On the road
We Were at the ANA World's Fair of Money
Our team was on the floor sharing the S.S. Central America story with collectors and historians from across the country — check out a few moments from the show.
