Branson, Missouri

Branson is a city located in Taney County, Missouri. It was named for Rueben Branson, operator of a general store in the area in the 1880s. http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/north_america/branson/history.htm As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 6,050. Originally envisioned as a center for lumber shipment, tourism began to develop in the 1930s. Today, Branson is a nationally popular tourist destination, famous for its many live music theaters, clubs and other entertainment venues, primarily involving Country Music.

External links and references

• Branson Chamber of Commerce
• City of Branson
• Branson General Information
• The "Ode to Branson" song from The Simpsons
• Branson Exhaustive Resource on Entertainment, Shows and Lodging
• Branson Events Calendar Complete list of Special Events
• Branson Volunteer Writers for news and reviews of Branson Shows