River boats played an important part in Hannibal and in Twain's life. Why?
The Mississippi River flowed passed the back porches of many houses and
businesses in the town.
Look at the map of Hannibal and trace the path of
the river through the state. In the 1800s, why would a river be so important?
Check out river boats.
Read about the kinds of boats the floated down the Mississippi. Which ones
might have gone by Hannibal? Listen to the sounds of the Mississippi by
clicking on each boat. Mark twain!
The Mark Twain Museum in Hannibal is fascinating! See Becky
Thatcher's house,
Learn about Hannibal, Missouri and even e-mail yourself a postcard from
Hannibal and Jackson Island!
E-mail yourself a Mark Twain postcard.
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