Contributors, John and Sandra Nowlan offer an insider’s look at their Mississippi River cruise on American Melody ... to appreciate American history and culture so much. The music began as ...

The more than 2,300-mile Mississippi River invites travelers to discover its multifaceted heritage, with a vast range of deeply rooted culture, music and history. A cruise is a fantastic way to ...

Even boating on the river became unpleasant. The Minnesota Boat Club soon evolved into a purely social club, and the St. Paul Motor Boat Club abandoned the Mississippi for the St. Croix.