The Mark Twain House & Museum – Hartford, Connecticut
The Mark Twain House & Museum sees about 60,000 visitors a year, making it one of America’s most beloved literary destinations. The 25-room Victorian home where Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain) lived with his family from 1874 to 1891 is where he wrote his greatest works, including The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Think of it like stepping into the creative mind of America’s greatest humorist – the billiards room on the top floor was his writing sanctuary, strictly off-limits to everyone except the cleaning staff. Today, visitors from all 50 states and over 60 countries make the pilgrimage to see this whimsical, multifaceted home. In 2024, this Connecticut treasure celebrates 50 years as a house museum and 150 years since Twain and his family moved into their newly built home. The experience isn’t just about touring rooms – it’s about understanding how one man’s wit and wisdom…..