National Great Rivers Museum

2 Lock and Dam Way, East Alton, Illinois 62002 USA

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Opens Wed 9a

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“Learn about important history”

Each year millions of people travel to the Mississippi River to learn about its history and its impact on our nation. The National Great Rivers Museum at Melvin Price Locks and Dam, is dedicated to telling the story of the Mississippi River… from her grand history and cultural significance, to her ecological importance and role as a transportation corridor. Choose from these options to find out more of what we have to offer....

Reviewed by
Matthew T.

September 05, 2017

OK folks. This is a hidden gem. "Trains, Planes & Automobiles" somehow forgot America's rivers! It's hard to rate or categorize because of it's location, lack of admission fees (NOTE: PLEASE... Read more

Reviewed by
Megan H.

December 28, 2021

Cute little museum on the Mississippi River and our tour guide was great. He was passionate about the museum and its history.. a hidden gem. Read more

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Douglas S.

December 18, 2015

A delightful place: lots of exhibits/movies/dioramas covering lots of topics: wildlife, river commerce, history, environment...even a snagboat model that was exhibited at the 1904 World's Fair in... Read more

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