History on the River Cruise: The Clamming & Pearl Button Industry

In “The Clamming and Pearl Button Industry as Told by a Clammer’s Wife,” storyteller Terry Visger shares a variety of stories for people of all ages. Taking on the persona of a clammer’s wife from 1900, Terry tells the story of the clamming industry in which freshwater mussels were harvested from the Mississippi River, sent to factories, and made into buttons. After the story, Terry shares information about these mussels, which are now one of the most endangered animals in the US. Cruises must be booked in advance by calling 507-454-2723 ext. 0 or stopping in the History Center. Space is limited.