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Why Belle of Louisville Riverboats is a Must-Visit for Every Louisville Tourist
Belle of Louisville Riverboats is a must-visit location for every Louisville tourist because it offers a unique history, a variety of cruises and views from the Ohio River you cannot find anywhere else.
Crew Spotlight: Martha Gibbs, Calliopist
Martha Gibbs spent years dreaming of playing the calliope aboard the Belle of Louisville and, in 2005, that dream came true when she auditioned and became a calliopist! Meet Martha in our latest Crew Spotlight.
Crew Spotlight: Daniel Lewis, Chief Engineer
Meet Chief Engineer Daniel Lewis to learn more about the important role he holds within Belle of Louisville Riverboats and its legacy.
Behind the Scenes: Paddlewheel Repairs
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the paddlewheel repairs our crew completed on the Belle of Louisville in July!
Crew Spotlight: Edward Tanner, Mate
Get to know Edward Tanner, Belle of Louisville’s Mate, in this edition of our Crew Spotlight series!
5 Things to do Aboard a Belle of Louisville Cruise
One of the things that makes cruising aboard the Belle of Louisville so unique is the opportunity to enjoy cruising along the Ohio River while simultaneously visiting a living, operating museum! Not only this, but visiting the historic steamer allows guests the chance to learn more about the Belle’s history and watch how 19th and 20th century technology work together to keep the boat operating. Continue reading to learn more about what to do next time you’re aboard a Belle of Louisville cruise!
Crew Spotlight: Stephen Settles, Assistant Engineer
For this month’s edition of our Crew Spotlight series, we are interviewing Belle of Louisville Riverboat’s Assistant Engineer, Stephen Settles! Stephen has worked for the Belle for seven years, starting as a Fireman and Striker. While every day on the job looks a little different, Stephen says the most unique aspect of his job is […]
A Brief History of the Belle of Louisville
The Belle is the oldest operating Mississippi River-style steamboat in the world and has an impressive history that’s worth pointing out!
5 Reasons to take a River Cruise this Summer
Now that it’s officially summer, there’s no better time to grab your family and friends and enjoy an afternoon or evening aboard the historic steamboat, the Belle of Louisville, and her sister vessel, the Mary M. Miller. This season, we are offering a variety of new cruises, all with different themes and activities, so there is sure to be something for everyone!
Crew Spotlight: Julia Hammel-Furlong, Chief Purser
Meet Chief Purser, Julia Hammel-Furlong, who has worked here for 24 years! Starting as a deckhand, Julie worked grew her career on the vessel operations team and was offered the Chief Purser position in 2008.