Discover the Kilroy Transmitter at Titanic Exhibition

There’s something special happening at the Titanic Artifact Exhibition in Las Vegas. This month, in honor of the 113th anniversary of the Titanic’s maiden voyage and tragic sinking, a never-before-seen piece of the ship’s original engineering system has officially gone on display. For the first time ever, guests can view the newly conserved Kilroy stoking transmitter, a rare mechanical artifact pulled from the ocean floor over 30 years ago.

A Hidden Link to Titanic’s Power Crew

The Titanic Artifact Exhibition at Luxor Hotel and Casino has always offered an immersive experience. But this addition takes it further. The stoking transmitter, found during a 1994 expedition, was used to send time signals deep into the engine rooms. It helped guide boiler crews on when to load more coal—a key part of keeping the ship’s massive power systems running smoothly on its five-day journey to New York.

A Tribute to the Hands That Fueled Titanic

According to Tomasina Ray, President of RMS Titanic, Inc., this isn’t just a machine—it’s a direct connection to the labor force that kept Titanic moving. The hundreds of stokers and engineers who shoveled coal below deck rarely get the spotlight. This exhibit changes that. “It’s about honoring the human effort,” she said, noting how each signal from the transmitter played a role in keeping passengers safe and moving forward.

From Ocean Floor to Museum Display

The transmitter was recovered from Titanic’s debris field, lying silent between the ship’s shattered bow and stern. For decades, it sat untouched in controlled storage. That changed earlier this year. Conservators began the long process of desalination, stabilization, and corrosion removal. It took months. They worked by hand, carefully brushing away time itself. Now, fully restored, it’s been paired with its sister piece—the stoking indicator receiver—which was pulled from the wreck in 1987 and has long been part of the permanent collection.

Over 350 Titanic Artifacts to Discover

The Titanic Artifact Exhibition offers more than one incredible artifact. Visitors can explore over 350 real items, recovered across nine expeditions. From personal belongings to structural sections, every piece tells a story. You’ll walk through recreated rooms from the ship: the Grand Staircase, third-class cabins, first-class suites, and the Promenade Deck. Most notably, the exhibition houses “The Big Piece”—a 15-ton chunk of Titanic’s hull, the largest artifact ever recovered.

See It for Yourself in Las Vegas

If you’ve never been to the Titanic Artifact Exhibition, this is the time. It’s open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with last entry at 7 p.m. Whether you’re a Titanic enthusiast or just curious about the ship’s legacy, this exhibit offers a rare chance to connect with the past in a powerful, personal way. For tickets and more info, head to TitanicLasVegas.com Just Now News.