America's Mississippi background

America's Mississippi

The Mississippi River begins at Minnesota's Lake Itasca and flows 2,300 miles to the Gulf of Mexico, serving as a vital artery for the United States.

Episodes:

Episode 1 The Headwaters

1. The Headwaters

Aired: Dec 5, 2018

The Mississippi River's epic journey begins as a stream from Lake Itasca in M...

Episode 2 The Heartland

2. The Heartland

Aired: Dec 12, 2018

The Mississippi River continues its journey, leaving Minnesota behind and ent...

Episode 3 The Bayou

Aired: Dec 19, 2018

The Mississippi River's final journey unfolds as it flows through the Deep So...

Info about America's Mississippi

Network: Smithsonian Channel

Genres:Documentary