Rowan Oak

Tour William Faulkner's 1844 home in Oxford and walk the wooded grounds where he lived and wrote for over 30 years.

916 Old Taylor Rd · Oxford, MS

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Price: Under $25
Good for: History lovers
Second and third visits
Public transit nearby: University MuseumBus Route 12 Pearl Express, Route 23 - OUT After Dark - Taylor/S.Lamar, Route 4 Red South, Route 5 Teal · 0.3 mi away
South Lamar/TaylorBus Route 20 Green/Teal/Red South, Route 23 - OUT After Dark - Taylor/S.Lamar, Route 4 Red South, Route 5 Teal · 0.4 mi away
Music BuildingBus Route 12 Pearl Express, Route 20 Green/Teal/Red South, Route 23 - OUT After Dark - Taylor/S.Lamar, Route 4 Red South, Route 5 Teal · 0.4 mi away
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Flying in: Memphis International Airport (MEM) is about 54 miles away.
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About Rowan Oak

Rowan Oak was the home of novelist William Faulkner from 1930 until his death in 1962, and the University of Mississippi now runs it as a museum. Inside, you can see the outline of his novel A Fable written on the walls of his study, along with most of the original furnishings. The house was built in 1844 and sits on landscaped grounds surrounded by Bailey Woods, with walking trails to explore. The grounds are pet friendly, so leashed dogs can join you outside.

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