Rowan Oak
Overview
Rowan Oak is the historic home of Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner. Built in 1844 and purchased by Faulkner in 1930, the house served as his residence until his death in 1962. Now owned and maintained by the University of Mississippi, Rowan Oak is open to the public year-round, offering a glimpse into Faulkner's life and creative environment.
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