Take an entertaining and informative journey on the Mighty Mississippi at the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium. Enjoy dynamic aquariums, historical exhibits and a stroll through the wetlands and boatyard. Each visit is a truly interactive experience where visitors can get "up close and personal" with live critters, become barge pilots and view two award-winning dynamic films. Don’t forget to tour the national landmark steamboat William M. Black and watch as a boat is launched into the Mississippi River. Open year-round.