The courtroom provides the setting for the trial of Muff Potter in Tom Sawyer . In the 1940's , the building stood empty and was to be razed. Warner Brothers movie studios came to its rescue by purchasing the building and funding its repairs. The Museum Annex is open year round. An introductory slide presentation will refresh your memory of Mark Twain's days in Hannibal and include photographs of many real people who provided models for Twain's characters.
Restrooms are available.
The statue represents the movement of time with Tom Sawyer growing up and looking toward the future with bag over his shoulder, leaving behind Huckleberry Finn who doesn't want to grow up. See the Skull Room, Corpse Room, and the Spooky Graveyard, all on one level. 211 Hill Street. Food and drinks are available during cruises, reservations needed only for two-hour dinner cruises. The hands-on learning station provides first hand optical demonstrations.