Rowan Oak: William Faulkner's Literary Sanctuary
Step into the world of William Faulkner at Rowan Oak, his preserved Oxford home and a landmark of American literature.
Explore Rowan Oak, the historic Oxford, Mississippi home of Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner. Tour the house and grounds where Faulkner lived and wrote for over 30 years, gaining insight into his creative world and Southern literary legacy.
A brief summary to Rowan Oak
- 916 Old Taylor Rd, Oxford, Mississippi, 38655, US
- +1662-234-3284
- Visit website
Local tips
- Admission to the house is $5.00 per person, cash only.
- Children 12 and under, University of Mississippi students/faculty/staff, and University Museum members receive free admission.
- The grounds are open to the public free of charge from dawn to dusk daily.
- Photography is allowed for personal use, but flash photography is prohibited inside the house.
Getting There
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Walking
Rowan Oak is located southeast of the Oxford Square. From the Square, walk south on South Lamar Boulevard, then turn left onto Old Taylor Road. Continue for about half a mile; Rowan Oak will be on your left. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes. There are no costs associated with walking.
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Driving
From the Oxford Square, drive south on South Lamar Boulevard and turn left onto Old Taylor Road. The entrance to Rowan Oak will be on your left in approximately half a mile. Limited unpaved parking is available on-site. If the lot is full, parking is permitted on the entrance near the road without blocking the gate. Parking at the University Museum is suggested if you intend to use the Bailey Woods Trail. Parking is free.
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