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 Monorail Mud Island & Pyramid,
Memphis by Elena_007
Now, about Mud Island ... There is a replica scale model version of the Mississipi River walk stretching five blocks, that represents the river flow from Cairo, Illinois to the Gulf of Mexico. The River Museum tells the story of river transportation, the U.S. Civil War, and the music of the Delta. There is also a 4,000 gallon aquarium included for your viewing pleasure. You might even see a monster catfish or two. Pedal boats,canoes,kayaks, and bicycles available for rental. Also air boats can be hired. There are concerts and special events scheduled at the Mud Island Amphitheater, and tickets are available in advance. A wonderful experience, but in the summer, misquitos are not nice, but ever so friendly,so bring protection. See the website below for more details, including upcoming events and ticket prices.
Operating hours are from 10am-5pm during the spring/fall and 10am-8pm during the summer. They are closed on Mondays. Entrance to Mud Island is free, but the museum will cost you.
$8.00 for adults
$6.00 for Seniors (60+)
$5.00 for Youths (5-12)
Children under 12 (Free) Leave a Comment Phone: 901-576-7241 or 800-507-6507Directions: On Front Street, near the Memphis Bridge, only a few blocks west of historic Beale St.Website: http://www.mudisland.com
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 Mud Island, the Mississippi
River, and the bridge by myrtleLeave a Comment Phone: 800-507-6507Directions: Take I-240 to downtown Memphis & exit at Riverside Drive and park in the parking lot on the right. You'll have to take the monorail or you can walk across the bridge, but it's just easier & faster to take the monorail unless it's just too crowded.Website: www.mudisland.com
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Mud Island is essentially a dressed up city park that contains a scale model of the Mississippi River. In the pictures, some of which are under the main photo, you will also see that it contains a scale model of the cities which lie along the Mississippi River. Lisa is standing in Memphis, Miyuki and Nina have chosen West Memphis to rest. In addition to the wadeable model, there are food vendors and musicians, some of which were really good, to make your time more enjoyable. For the more academically minded, plaques detail historical outlines and places of significance. You can also get some great views of the river itself from the island. The city skyline is pleasant as well. Leave a Comment
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 Mud Island Mississippi Model,
Memphis by cruisingbug
Mud Island is also the former home to the Memphis Belle, the WWII bomber from the movie of the same name, now located at a restoration hangar near the Millington Airport (www.memphisbelle.com). Leave a Comment
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This is a half-mile-long scale model of the Mississippi River, in intricate detail. While many walk through the water, it's not advisable; this is a 3-D model, with contours to represent the terrain. One can easily slip. A really fun and educational activity--great for kids. Leave a Comment
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Especially good on a hot day. Catch the monorail over Big Muddy, and wander down the scale model of the Mississippi with your shoes off before relaxing in the Gulf.
The exhibition is ok if you have the time. Leave a Comment
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 Mud Island by Jim_EliasonLeave a Comment
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Much nicer than it sounds. Mud Island has a half-mile-long, three-dimensional model of the entire Mississippi RIver, complete with running water. It also has the original World War II bomber the Memphis Belle. This is the B-17 Flying Fortress flown by Colonel Robert Morgan, on 25 combat missions over Nazi Germany. Those who saw the movie will surely want to see the real thing.
Speaking over movies, The Firm, starring Tom Cruise, was shot here. Leave a Comment Phone: (800) 507-6507Directions: On the Mississippi River, near the famous glass pyramid. Accessible by walkway or via the tram. Near I-40.Website: http://www.mudisland.com/ Other Contact: (901) 576-7241
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Nice Museum tracing the history of the Mississippi.
Outside follow a scale map of the river from source to the Gulf. Leave a Comment Directions: Keep going till you hit water!!
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