Rowan Oak, a stately home located in Oxford, Mississippi, was first built in 1844, and Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner purchased the property and its surrounding 29 acres in 1930. People close to Faulkner say that the beauty and solitude of Rowan Oak inspired many of his stories and novels, and visitors can freely explore the grounds surrounding Faulkner's home from dawn to dusk each day.

A tour of the home is very affordable, and explanatory materials are available in multiple languages. Tour hours vary depending on the season.

916 Old Taylor Road, 662-234-3284

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