The fastest trip, however, ever made for such a long distance on the Mississippi, was the one made by the famous steamboat J.M. White, in 1840, from New-Orleans to St. Louis, 1,200 miles.

Mississippi River The American Queen Steamboat Company offers a nostalgic journey through the heart of America. Seniors can relish in the charm of the Mississippi River, with its scenic landscapes and ...

The Lower Mississippi River tell stories of a legacy ... beauty in the stunning Garden District or City Park. American Queen Steamboat Company features an exclusive port at Nottoway.