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July 2009    
 
 

See one-of-a-kind attractions on a Mississippi River Country summer road trip to Illinois
Illinois is the perfect place to start your great American road trip this summer. A trip down the Great River Road Scenic Byway in Illinois leads you through an ancient civilization, birthplace of a president, supply channel during the Civil War, and a migration route for waterfowl. Climb to the top of Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site and capture a view taken in by inhabitants for thousands of years. Delve into the world of early French settlers at the Fort de Chartres State Historic Site. Step into the Civil War era at the Cairo Customer House Museum. Discover the scenic thrills and engaging stories of ages past when you take a road trip along the Great River Road in Illinois.

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Minnesota
Visit the largest shopping and entertainment complex in the U.S.—The Mall of America. Ride the indoor roller coaster, view sharks at the aquarium and shop more than 520 stores, with no taxes on clothing or shoes.

Tennessee
Nashville is chocked full of great attractions, including the Country Music Hall of Fame, the best place on earth to learn about the fascinating history of Country Music.
Mississippi
Vicksburg was the site of one of the most significant battles of the Civil War. Learn about the 1863 siege and its fateful outcome at the Vicksburg National Military Park.
Kentucky
Set amid the lush green horse farms of the Bluegrass Region, road-trippers will find the Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, offering the fascinating "Corn to Cork Tour."
Iowa
At the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium in Dubuque, you'll meet a menagerie of living river creatures and learn about the region through outstanding interactive exhibits.
Arkansas
Step back into another era at the Hot Springs National Park in the community of Hot Springs. See luxurious stone bathhouses and explore the National Historic Landmark District.
Wisconsin
Take a tour of an American original and rev-up your imagination at Milwaukee's Harley Davidson Museum. Then head over to Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward and explore the outstanding Public Market.
Louisiana
For a one-of-a-kind experience, head to Cajun country and visit the International Petroleum Museum and Exposition in Morgan City and climb aboard an authentic offshore drilling rig.
Missouri
There's no place on earth quite like Branson. Set in the scenic Ozarks, this lively community is home to an incredible variety of live acts and more theatre seats than Broadway.
 

Plan your own trip to Mississippi River Country!
You’ll find an incredible variety of attractions, events and activities in America’s ten Mississippi River States. From the Mississippi River headwaters to the Gulf of Mexico, experience a rich and diverse history, culture and landscape. Year-round, there’s something for every traveler. Start planning your own Mississippi River Country vacation.

Mississippi River Country is a multi-state cooperative marketing program guided by the state tourism offices of the ten states located along the Mississippi River.

The MRPC Endowment Fund - Learn more about how you can help sustain efforts to preserve, promote and enhance the Great River Road and the Mississippi River Corridor for generations to come. Download the Endowment brochure.