Pirates Set Sail for Belton in Museum’s New Exhibit

Observer Reports

The Belton Area Museum is sailing the high seas with their new exhibit, “Pirates: Preface to Independence.”

The exhibit opened Sunday, with displays of items used from the 1600s through the late 1700s, including nautical items, swords, coins, seafaring equipment, navigational tools for the sea, and shackles. Also on display are modern day pirate-themed books, artwork, decor, and other memorabilia.

Did you know that pirates were democratic in their governing on ships, with every crew mate having a vote, including who to make captain of their vessel?  

The exhibit will on display through Aug. 16.