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Southern Culture & Civil SOUTHERN CULTURE & CIVIL WAR ABOARD THE LUXURIOUS AMERICAN QUEEN MAY 14–23, 2015 MEMPHIS • VICKSBURG • NATCHEZ • ST. FRANCISVILLE BATON ROUGE • PLANTATION ROAD • NEW ORLEANS FROM $ PER PERSON 4,699 SPONSORED BY: IF BOOKED BY ACT NOW TO RECEIVE: FEB. 27, $100 ONBOARD CREDIT 2015 PER STATEROOM FREE 2-NIGHT PRE-CRUISE PROGRAM FREE 2 CATEGORY UPGRADE FOR A-D STATEROOMS (BASED ON AVAILABILITY) MEMPHIS RIVER CRUISING M M i s s i s s ALONG THE MISSISSIPPI i p p i R i v e THE ORIGINAL AMERICAN VACATION r VICKSBURG IF BOOKED BY NATCHEZNAATATCHEZCHEZ ST. FRANCISVILLE ACT NOW TO RECEIVE: FEB. 27, BATONATON ROUGEROUGE PLANTATION ROAD $ 2015 100 ONBOARD CREDIT NEW ORLEANS PER STATEROOM FREE 2-NIGHT PRE-CRUISE PROGRAM FREE 2 CATEGORY UPGRADE FOR A-D STATEROOMS (BASED ON AVAILABILITY) THIS MAP REPRESENTS APPROXIMATE LOCATIONS. R1R PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE 397 Southern Culture & Civil War R1 397 Southern &Civil War Culture PAID Wick Alumni Center PERMIT #32322 1520 R Street TWIN CITIES, MN Lincoln, NE 68508-1651 American Queen Cover Image: DEAR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, Immerse yourself in glorious Southern culture and the compelling Civil War history that shaped our nation on this outstanding Mississippi River cruise. Board the luxury riverboat American Queen, and sail to charming river towns steeped in timeless grandeur and momentous history. From cobbled downtown districts and stately mansions to haunting battle sites, step back into the 19th century on this remarkable voyage. Begin with a stay in dynamic Memphis, as much a bustling riverboat port today as it was in the early 1800s, and encounter fascinating Civil War relics at the famed Shiloh National Military Park, one of the most secluded and best-preserved battlefields in the United States. Then board the grand American Queen, the largest riverboat in the world, and sail to quintessential ports in Mississippi and Louisiana. Visit the delightful antique shops and intriguing museums of Vicksburg, dubbed the “Red Carpet City of the South,” or step back in time at the renowned Vicksburg National Military Park. Continue to the oldest settlement on the Mississippi, Natchez, graced with stunning gardens and palatial antebellum mansions. Admire a variety of historic landmarks, such as the Gothic-style Grace Episcopal Church, in the lovely town of St. Francisville; and see the Georgian-style Old Governor’s Mansion, nicknamed “Louisiana’s White House,” in Baton Rouge. Experience more architectural splendor along Plantation Road, before concluding your unforgettable odyssey in New Orleans. Delve into Southern culture and the American Civil War, while gaining insight from lectures given by Fred Haas, Distinguished Senior Lecturer in Music at Dartmouth College; Patrick L. Hatcher, enrichment lecturer for Cal Discoveries Travel, who previously taught in the History and Political Science departments at the University of California, Berkeley; and Bernie Herman, the George B. Tindall Professor and Chair of American Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot by February 27, 2015, to receive a two-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Memphis, a $100 onboard credit per stateroom and a 2 category upgrade for select staterooms. Sincerely, AVAILABLE TO ALL ALUMNI AND FRIENDS. Derek Engelbart Senior Director, Alumni Relations SPACE ON THIS CRUISE IS LIMITED BOOK NOW! 800.842.9023 CALL 952.918.8950 FAX: 952.918.8975 www.GoNext.com TRAVEL INSURANCE The Nebraska Alumni Association works in partnership with a travel insurance company that can supply you with coverage for your trip. Travel insurance information will be sent to you by the Nebraska Alumni Association with your confirmation letter. 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