18/08/2026
We were honoured to welcome renowned Titanic researcher Bill Willard to Titanic Experience Cobh.
With nearly 50 years dedicated to Titanic research, Bill is one of the world's leading experts on the ship and its legacy. In 1998, he was part of the expedition that recovered "The Big Piece," the largest section of the Titanic ever raised from the ocean floor. He has completed two dives to the wreck, designed the pioneering T-REX ROV, leads Project Name Them All to identify unnamed Titanic victims buried in Halifax, and is the author of Our Story, which chronicles the famous 1998 expedition.
A passionate advocate for preserving the Titanic as both a historic site and a memorial, Bill continues to inspire the Titanic community through his research, writing, and annual TitanicCon conference.
Thank you for visiting us, Bill—it was a privilege to welcome you to the last port of call. 🚢