Mississippi River Country is home to Mark Twain and William Faulkner, as well as filming locations for some of your favorite movies and TV shows, from Purple Rain to Ozark. Learn more about some of the famous literary figures that made these 10 states famous, as well as some of the region’s memorable appearances on the silver screen and the small screen.
Visit filming locations for famous movies & TV shows throughout Mississippi River Country and see attractions that inspired some of your favorites.
Just across the street from Chicago’s Millennium Park, this unique museum teaches visitors about some of the country’s most famous authors.
Tennessee is home to famous African-American writers, music legends, and photographers—learn their stories at these historic sites and museums.
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