Who lived on the Mississippi River first? What kids of people came later? Why?
Make a list of the different ways the groups disucssed in the exhibit used the Mississippi River.
Find out which states and cities the Mississippi River runs through. Where does it start? Where does it end up?
What are some ways people still use rivers today? How does this differ from the ways people used to use rivers? (Hint: think about fishing, boating, and travel).
What are some benefits to living close to a river? Why do you think so many cities and towns develop around rivers?
