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Travel Beyond the River in TennesseeGraceland & Cadillac, Memphis, Tennessee

The stage is set for you in Tennessee! If you're looking for arts, there's a variety of music and shows and museums for you! For a little more excitement, have a fun-loving time at our attractions. There's sports and recreation for athletes looking to participate or cheer on a team! Tennessee also has history and heritage—reflect on the past at museums and other historical sites. Explore Tennessee's countryside in agri-tourism, and take the road less traveled through our nature and outdoors. Go shopping and take Tennessee home with you!

History & Heritage
Revisit the past in Tennessee! With a rich tapestry of American heritage, Tennessee's historical stomping grounds are sure to enlighten you with a tale of Tennessee's legendary past. Click here for more information on history and heritage in Tennessee!

State Parks
A variety of parks with spectacular natural scenery, including lakes and waterfalls, and mountains and gardens await you in Tennessee. Start your journey at one of Tennessee's parks and continue your journey to Experience the Mississippi River.

Scenic Drives
Take the scenic route in Tennessee along one of the state's scenic byways! Try the Natchez Trace Parkway or the Cherohala Skyway with a grand forest environment in the southern Appalachian Mountains.

Music & Arts
Find your artistic side in Tennessee! Visit the variety of the performing arts, visual arts, music, crafts and culinary arts in Tennessee to make lasting memories!

Click here for Travel Information Along the River in Tennessee

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Minnesota
Wisconsin
Iowa
Illinois
Missouri
Kentucky
Arkansas
Mississippi
Louisiana

 

Ten States - Tennessee
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Mississippi River Fun Facts
Great River RoadThe Great River Road was established in 1938 as the national parkway of the Mississippi River. Follow the green Pilot's Wheel road signs that mark its route nearly 3,000 miles through 10 states.
At 24 miles long, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway in New Orleans, Louisiana is the world longest over water highway bridge.
Favorite Places Along the River
Have you read “Rising Tide” by John M. Barry? It is one of my very favorite books about the river.
Laurie J. - Hernando, MS
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Favorite Places Beyond the River
Located in historic downtown Paducah, the Museum of the American Quilter’s Society lobby is adorned with beautiful stained glass windows in a variety of quilted patterns. You'll find more than 150 quilts on display; treasures not to be your “grandmas” quilts, but delicate works of art.
Marge B. - Frankfort, KY
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