Hannibal, MO: Nipper Park (scavenger hunt)

______________________ FREE NOTES: *Located at the end of Broadway, past Main St; next to Nipper Marina *Hannibal Parks & Rec department has a Nipper Park Scavenger Hunt for children. Takes about 20 minutes to finish. At the time of writing this, Chocolaterie Stam (103 N Main St) offers a prize … Continue reading

Hannibal, MO: Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse

______________________ FREE NOTES: *When approaching from the north end of Main St there is 244 uphill, steps to get to the lighthouse *Cannot enter the lighthouse *There is parking available near the top *Handicapped accessible parking is available at rear entrance from Cardiff Hill Drive * FOR CHILDREN!!- The parks … Continue reading

Hannibal, MO: Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum (8 buildings)

______________________ COST: in 2012, according to their website: Adults (18+): $11.00 Seniors (60+): $9.00 Children (6-17): $6.00 5 and under: Free HOURS: for 2012 Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 7 days a week Closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas NOTES: *Allowing 1 – 1 1/2 … Continue reading