Clinton Cemetery

c. 1800. Oldest cemetery in central Mississippi and burial site for families of pioneer settlers, college presidents and Confederate soldiers.

Location 500 College St.
Clinton, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 143
Clinton, MS 39060

Phone 601.924.5912
Fax
Toll-Free
Website http://www.clintonms.org
Email
Contact Clinton Chamber of Commerce

Open Year Round, Daily, dawn to dusk
Admission Free

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Clinton Community Nature Center

Thirty-three acres of woodlands near Olde Towne Clinton. We have 2.5 miles of all weather walking trails, an array of native trees and flowers appropriately labeled. We also have a museum/education Building.

Location 617 Dunton Rd
Clinton, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 93
Clinton, MS 39060

Phone 601.926.1104
Fax
Toll-Free
Website
Email mailto:ccnc617@hotmail.com
Contact Prentiss Cox or Nellie Neal

Open Year Round,  7a.m.- sunset Building open 9a.m.-5p.m.

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Mississippi College

Founded in 1826, makes Mississippi College one of the oldest institutes of higher learning in Mississippi. It was the first college in the U.S. to graduate women.

Location 200 College St.
Clinton, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 4186
Clinton, MS 39058

Phone 601.925.3000
Fax 601.925.3804
Toll-Free
Website http://www.mc.edu/
Email  Contact Lynda Street, Mississippi College

Open Year Round,  Daily
Admission Free; Handicap Accessible- Yes

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Provine Chapel

c. 1860. This beautiful old chapel is located on the campus of Mississippi College. During the Civil War, it was spared from the torch by Gen. William T. Sherman, and served as a Union hospital. The basement provided shelter for Union horses.

Location 200 College St., Mississippi College Campus
Clinton, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 4012
Clinton, MS 39058

Phone 601.925.3218
Fax 601.925.3960
Toll-Free
Website http://www.mc.edu/
Email mailto:street@mc.edu
Contact Lynda Street, Mississippi College

Open Year Round, Hours: By appointment only
Admission Free; Handicap Accessible- Yes

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Cactus Plantation

World's only cactus plantation features over 3,500 varieties of exotic cacti, succulents, bromeliads, daylillies, tropical foliage and seasonal plants.

Location 1088 Champion Hill Rd.
Edwards, MS

Mail  1088 Champion Hill Rd.
Edwards, MS 39066

Phone 601.852.2705
Fax 601.852.2705
Toll-Free
Website
Email
Contact Cactus Plantation

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Sat 9a.m.-5p.m., Sun 1-5p.m.
Admission Free; Gift Shop- Yes; Handicap Accessible No

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Champion Hill Battlefield

The importance of this battle to the outcome of the Civil War was overshadowed only by the fall of Vicksburg.

Location Champion Hill Rd.
Edwards, MS

Mail  400 Jefferson Davis Blvd.
Natchez, MS 39120

Phone 601.446.6502
Fax
Toll-Free
Website
Email
Contact Jim Barnett, Champion Hill Battlefield

Open Year Round, Hours: Drive by only
Admission Free; Handicap Accessible N/A

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Coker House

This antebellum home, used during the Civil War as a hospital and artillery site for both Confederate and Union forces, stands on the Champion Hill Battlefield.

Location Hwy 467 at Ratliff Rd.
Edwards, MS

Mail  400 Jefferson Davis Blvd.
Natchez, MS 39120

Phone 601.446.6502
Fax
Toll-Free
Email
Contact Jim Barnett

Open Year Round, Hours: Drive by only
 Admission Free; Handicap Accessible N/A
 

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Alamo Theater

Located in the historic Farish Street District, the Alamo Theater was one of the last dual purpose theaters in the United States, functioning as a cinema and performing arts venue for African-Americans.

Location 333 N. Farish St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 9483
Jackson, MS 39286

Phone 601.352.3365
Fax
Toll-Free
Email
Contact Dr. Sandra Holly

Open Year Round,  By appointment only
Admission Free; Handicap Accessible Yes

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Art Gallery, F. D. Hall Music Center

This gallery, on the campus of Jackson State University, houses exhibits by well-known artists in both contemporary and traditional art forms. Music Center.

Location 1400 J. R. Lynch St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 17064
Jackson, MS 39217

Phone 601.968.2040
Fax 601.968.7022
Toll-Free
Email
Contact Dr. A. D. Macklin, Jackson State University

Open Year Round, Mon-Fri 9a.m.-5p.m.
Admission Free; Gift Shop- Yes; Handicap Accessible- Yes
 

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Boyd House/The Oaks Museum

c.1850. Greek Revival Cottage Home of James Hervey and Eliza Boyd. Occupied for ten years by the same family. Boyd was mayor of Jackson four times in 1840's and 1850's. In 1960, the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of Mississippi purchased The Oaks and opened it to the public as a museum. The Oaks is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Location 823 N. Jefferson St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  823 N. Jefferson St.
Jackson, MS 39202

Phone 601.353.9339
Email mailto:ahoykt@aol.com
Contact Kathryn T. Breese

Open Year Round, Hours: Tue-Sat 10a.m.-3p.m.
Admission $4.50 Adults, $3.50 Children, $3 Seniors
Handicap Accessible- No

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Chimneyville Crafts Gallery

Native, traditional and contemporary crafts exhibited, demonstrated and sold by members of the Craftsmen's Guild of Mississippi, Inc.
 
 

Location Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum, 1150 Lakeland Dr.
Jackson, MS

Mail  1150 Lakeland Dr.
Jackson, MS 39216

Phone 601.981.0019
Fax 601.981.0488
Toll-Free
Website http://www.mscraftsmensguild.org
Email mailto:mscrafts@mscraftsmensguild.org
Contact Kit Barksdale

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Sat 9a.m.-5p.m.

Admission Free with admission to the MS Agriculture & Forestry Museum
Gift Shop- Yes; Handicap Accessible- Yes

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Civil Rights Driving Tour

A self-guided driving tour showcasing key buildings, churches and other sites significant to the Civil Rights Movement in Mississippi. Tour divides sites in Jackson into four sections--each section takes approximately 1 hour.

Location Various areas
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 1450
Jackson, MS 39215-1450

Phone 601.960.1891
Fax 601.960.1827
Toll-Free 1.800.354.7695
Website http://www.visitjackson.com
Email mailto:info@visitjackson.com
Contact Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau

Open Year Round, Admission Free

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Farish Street Historical District

This 125-acre, late-19th century, grid-patterned neighborhood is the largest and only primarily residential district in Jackson on the National Register of Historic Places. Currently under extensive renovation.

Location Encompasses Amite St. to Fortification St. and Mill St. to Lamar St. in downtown
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 1450
Jackson, MS 39215-1450

Phone 601.949.4000
Fax 601.960.1827
Toll-Free 1.800.354.7695
Website http://www.farishstreet.com
Email
Contact Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau

Open Year Round, Hours: Drive by tour only
Admission Free; Handicap Accessible N/A

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The Fondren District

Rapidly becoming known as a destination for arts, entertainment, retail and dining in the Jackson area, this booming neighborhood offers a variety of opportunities for visitors.

Location N. State St. and Old Canton Rd.
Jackson, MS

Mail  2819 N. State St.
Jackson, MS 39202

Phone 601.981.9606
Website http://www.fondren.org
Email
Contact Camp Best

Open Year Round, Hours: Daily
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible- Yes

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Greenwood Cemetery

A burial site of six Confederate brigadier generals and over 100 soldiers, as well as past governors of the state of Mississippi.

Location West St. at Lamar St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 1450
Jackson, MS 39215-1450

Phone 601.960.1891
Fax 601.960.1827
Toll-Free 1.800.354.7695
Email
Contact Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau

Open Year Round, Hours: Daily, dawn to dusk
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible N/A

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Highland Village

Highland Village offers over 49 dedicated merchants where you'll find apparel and accessories for the whole family along with special gifts, home furnishings, delightful restaurants and two full service salons. It's charming, unique and a Jackson tradition of shopping at its best!

Location 4500 I-55 North (Northside Drive Exit) Jackson, MS 39211
Jackson, MS

Mail  4500 I-55 North
Jackson, MS 39211

Phone 601.982.5861
Website http://www.highlandvillagems.com
Email mailto:melinda@highlandvillagems.com
Contact Melinda McLaurin, Marketing Director

Open Year Round, Hours: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Sun.
Admission Free, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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International Museum of Muslim Cultures

America's first and only Islamic History Museum, currently featuring its inaugural exhibit, "Islamic Moorish Spain: It's Legacy to Europe and the West". This exhibit explores the Golden Age of Muslim rule in Spain and its influence on Europe as the West.

Location 117 E. Pascagoula St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  117 E. Pascagoula St.
Jackson, MS 39201

Phone 601.960.0440
Fax 601.960.0414
Toll-Free
Website http://www.muslimmuseum.org
Email mailto:inmuseum@bellsouth.net
Contact Ms. Okolo Rashid

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 9:30a.m.-5p.m., Fri 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
Admission $7 Adults, $4 Children and disabled, $5 Seniors
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Jackson City Hall

c. 1847. Greek Revival building served as a hospital for both Confederate and Union soldiers. Emerged unscathed when Jackson was burned by Union troops on three different occasions.

Location 219 S. President St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 17
Jackson, MS 39205

Phone 601.960.1084
Fax 601.960.2193
Toll-Free
Website http://www.city.jackson.ms.us
Email
Contact Hospitality Desk

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Fri 9a.m.-4p.m.
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Jackson Municipal Art Gallery

Jackson Municipal Art Gallery is housed in a classic antebellum home and is used as a venue for local emerging artists with monthly art exhibits.

Location 839 N. State St.
Jackson, MS

Mailing 839 N. State St.
Jackson, MS 39202

Phone 601.960.1582
Website http://www.city.jackson.ms.us/CityHall/artgallery.htm
Email
Contact Lawrence Clark

Open Year Round, Hours: Tue-Sat 9a.m.-5p.m.; Sun 2p.m.-5p.m.
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Jackson Senators Professional Baseball Club

Exciting professional baseball action at affordable prices.

Location 1200 Lakeland Dr.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 4934
Jackson, MS 39296

Phone 601.362.2294
Fax 601.362.9577
Toll-Free
Website http://www.jacksonsenators.com
Email mailto:amanda@jacksonsenators.com
Contact Amanda Stringer

May-September, Hours: 8 a.m. -until on game days, other 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission $6-$8 Adults, $5 Children 6-12, $5 Seniors
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible- Yes

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Jackson State University

Mississippi's only urban institution of higher learning. Several historical buildings--Margaret Walker Alexander National Research Center for the Study of the 20th Century African-American life.

Location 1400 John R. Lynch St.
Jackson, MS

Mail P.O. Box 17490
Jackson, MS 39217

Phone 601.979.2272
Fax 601.979.5833
Toll-Free
Website http://www.jsums.edu
Email
Contact Jean C. Frazier, Office of Public Relations

During school semester only, Hours: Tours by appointment only Mon-Fri 8a.m.-5p.m.
Admission Free but Donations Accepted, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Jackson Zoological Park

For more than 3 generations, The Jackson Zoo has been Mississippi's "Window to the Wild!" We have more than 350 animals representing more than 130 species.

Location 2918 W. Capitol St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  2918 W. Capitol St.
Jackson, MS 39209

Phone 601.352.2599
Fax 601.352.2594
Toll-Free
Website http://www.jacksonzoo.com/
Email mailto:info@jacksonzoo.com
Contact Barbara Piazza

Open Year Round
Hours: Oct-March: 9a.m.-5p.m., April-Sept. Mon-Thur: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri-Sun: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Admission $5.30 Adults, $2.70 Children 3-12, $3.25 Seniors, under 2 and Friends of Zoo free
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Manship House Museum

c. 1857. The Manship House Museum, built by Charles Henry Manship, decorative painter and Civil War Mayor of Jackson, is a rare example of Gothic Revival architecture in the South. The house, which exhibits Manship's masterful graining and marbling throughout, offers a glimpse of middle-class family life in 1888.

Location 420 E. Fortification St.
Jackson, MS

Mail 420 E. Fortification St.
Jackson, MS 39202

Phone 601.961.4724
Fax 601.354.6043
Toll-Free
Website http://www.mdah.state.ms.us
Email mailto:jschott@mdah.state.ms.us
Contact Jean Shott

Open Year Round, Hours: Tue-Fri 9a.m.-4p.m., Sat 10a.m.-4p.m., guided tour
Admission Free but Donations Accepted, Handicap Accessible No

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Margaret Walker Alexander National Research Center

National research center addresses African-American life in the segregation period and during the Civil Rights Movement.

Location Campus of Jackson State University, 1400 John R. Lynch St.
Jackson, MS

Mail   JSU, P.O. Box 17008
Jackson, MS 39217

Phone 601.979.2055
Fax 601.979.5929
Toll-Free
Website http://www.jsums.edu
Email mailto:alfredteen.g.harrison@jsums.edu
Contact Dr. Alferdteen Harrison

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Fri 10a.m.-4p.m.
Admission Free, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Medgar Evers Home

The home of slain NAACP Field Secretary Medgar Evers is a simple reminder of the sacrifices made by men such as Evers during the Civil Rights movement. His assassination was documented in the movie "Ghosts of Mississippi."

Location 2332 Margaret Walker Alexander Dr.
Jackson, MS

Mail  500 W. County Line Rd.
Tougaloo, MS 39174

Phone 601.977.7839
Fax 601.977.6185
Toll-Free 1.888.42GALOO
Website http://www.tougaloo.edu
Email
Contact Minnie Watson, Tougaloo College/Coleman Library

Open Year Round, Hours: By appointment only
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible No

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Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Museum/National Agricultural Aviation Museum

39.5 acre complex; includes a 35,000 heritage center of Smithsonian quality exhibits, 1920's-1930's era Small Town Mississippi, which includes a general store, doctor's office, print shop and schoolhouse.

Location 1150 Lakeland Dr.
Jackson, MS

Mail  1150 Lakeland Dr.
Jackson, MS 39216

Phone 601.713.3365
Fax 601.982.4292
Toll-Free 1.800.844.8687
Website http://www.mdac.state.ms.us/Library/BBC/AgMuseum/AgForMuseum.html
Email mailto:sandy@mdac.state.ms.us
Contact Charlie Dixon or Sandy Ellis

Open Year Round, Hours: Daily, Mon-Sat 9a.m.-5p.m.

Admission $4 Adults, $2 Children (6-18), $.50 Children (3-5), $3 Seniors
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Mississippi Department of Archives and History

The Mississippi Department of Archives and History collects and preserves the archival resources of the state, including official government records, books and manuscripts related to Mississippi history, personal papers, newspapers, newsfilm, audio recordings, photographs, and more. These materials are available to the public free of charge.

Location 200 North St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 571
Jackson, MS 39205-0571

Phone 601.576.6838
Fax 601.576.6964
Toll-Free
Website http://www.mdah.state.ms.us/
Email mailto:cgoodwin@mdah.state.ms.us
Contact Chris Goodwin

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon 9a.m.-5p.m., Tue-Fri 8a.m.-5p.m., Sat 8a.m.-1p.m.
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Mississippi Governor's Mansion

c. 1841. Greek Revival mansion. Official residence of Mississippi governors. Second-oldest continuously occupied gubernatorial residence in the U.S. Beautiful antique furnishings. In 1975, the mansion was designated a National Historic Landmark.

Location 300 E. Capitol St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  300 E. Capitol St.
Jackson, MS 39201

Phone 601.359.6421
Fax 601.359.6473
Toll-Free
Website http://www.mdah.state.ms.us/museum/mansion
Email mailto:mlohrenz@mdah.state.ms.us
Contact Mary Lohrenz

Open Year Round, Hours: Tue-Fri 9:30-11a.m., on the half hour; closed major holidays and 2 weeks at Christmas
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Mississippi Museum of Art

State's largest art museum. Over 3,000 pieces, including world's largest collection by Mississippi artists. Continuing and changing exhibits. Admission prices and hours may vary during major exhibitions.

Location 201 E. Pascagoula St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  201 E. Pascagoula St.
Jackson, MS 39201

Phone 601.960.1515
Fax 601.960.1505
Toll-Free 1.866.843.9278
Website http://www.msmuseumart.org
Email mailto:mmart@netdoor.com
Contact Betsy Bradley

Open Year Round, Hours: Daily, Mon-Sat 10a.m.-5p.m., Sun noon-5p.m

Admission $5 Adults, $4 Seniors, $3 Students (6-college), Free for children 5 and under, Free to museum members
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

Facility offers an intimate way for visitors to become acquainted with the inhabitants of Mississippi's forests, rivers, skies and soils. The 73,000-square-foot facility is nestled against a 300-acre natural area showcasing the state's rich natural heritage. Features life-like displays and living, breathing species. White-tailed deer to waterfowl, catfish to snapping turtles - each incredible exhibit captivates as it educates. See 200 species of fish and their aquatic neighbors in a 100,000-gallon network of giant aquariums. Catch an alligator snoozing in "The Swamp", a 1,700-square-foot greenhouse with lush plants and its own 20,000-gallon aquarium.

Location 2148 Riverside Dr.
Jackson, MS

Mail  2148 Riverside Dr.
Jackson, MS 39202

Phone 601.354.7303
Fax 601.354.7227
Toll-Free
Website http://www.mdwfp.com/museum
Email mailto:georgia-spencer@mmnsstate.ms.us
Contact Georgia Spencer

Open Year Round, Hours: Daily, Mon-Fri 8a.m.-5p.m., Sat 9a.m.-5p.m., Sun 1-5p.m.
Admission $4 Adults, $2 Children (3-18), under 3 free
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

A 21,542 sq. ft. facility with touch-screen kiosks and participatory exhibits. Artifacts, memorabilia, interviews and film footage of great Mississippi athletes.

Location 1152 Lakeland Dr.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 16021
Jackson, MS 39236

Phone 601.982.8264
Fax 601.982.4702
Toll-Free 1.800.280.3263
Website http://www.msfame.com
Email mailto:generalinfo@msfame.com
Contact Michael Rubenstein or Margaret Ferriss

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Sat 10a.m.-4p.m.
Admission $5 Adults, $3.50 Children (6-17), free Children 5 & under
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Mynelle Gardens

Natural setting of azaleas, daylilies and camellias. Hundreds of perennials, annuals and naturalized bulbs bloom seasonally and year-round.

Location 4736 Clinton Blvd.
Jackson, MS

Mail  4736 Clinton Blvd.
Jackson, MS 39209

Phone 601.960.1894
Fax 601.922.5759
Toll-Free
Website http://www.city.jackson.ms.us/Visitors/mynelle.htm
Email
Contact Betty McRee

Hours: Mar-Oct 9a.m.-5:15 p.m.; Nov-Feb 8a.m.-4:15 p.m.

Admission $4 Adults, $1 Children (4-12 years)
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Old Capitol Museum

c. 1839. Museum offers exhibits on Mississippi from prehistory through the Civil War, Reconstruction Period, the cotton culture, and the civil rights movement. One of America's finest examples of Greek Revival public architecture, the building served as the state capitol from 1839-1903. The Old Capitol was restored 1959-1961. The Old Capitol Shop offers visitors a sampling of the state's folk art, crafts, and books by Mississipians and about Mississippi.

Location 100 S. State St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 571
Jackson, MS 39205-0571

Phone 601.576.6920
Fax 601.576.6981
Toll-Free
Website http://www.mdah.state.ms.us/museum/index.html
Email mailto:ocmuseum@mdah.state.ms.us
Contact Lucy Allen, Museum Director

Open Year Round, Hours: Daily, Mon-Fri 8a.m.-5p.m., Sat 9:30a.m.-4:30p.m., Sun 12:30-4:30p.m.

Admission Free but Donations Accepted
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Old Mt. Helm Baptist Church

Located in the Farish Street Historical District. Congregation originally met in the basement of the old First Baptist Church until 1867. State Historic Marker.

Location 300 E. Church St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  300 E. Church St.
Jackson, MS 39202

Phone 601.353.3981
Email mailto:mt.helm.1835@worldnet.att.net
Contact Dr. Levernis E. Crosby

Open Year Round, Hours: Daily, 9a.m.-noon, 1- 5p.m.
Admission Free, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Russell C. Davis Planetarium/Ronald E. McNair Space Theater

60-foot, 190-seat domed multi-media theater featuring the widest screen in Mississippi, spectacular MEGA-HD Cinema films, breathtaking sky features and dazzling laser/light displays. The state's only large-format film theater and only planetarium with regular hours.

Location 201 E. Pascagoula St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  201 E. Pascagoula St.
Jackson, MS 39201

Phone 601.960.1550
Fax 601.960.1555
Toll-Free
Website http://thedavisplanetarium.com
Email mailto:lmills@city.jackson.ms.us
Contact Gary Lazich

Open Year Round
Hours: Mon-Thur: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Fri: 8:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Sat: 12:30-9:30 p.m., Sun: 1:30-5:00 p.m.

Admission $5.50 Adults, $3 Children (3-12), $4 Seniors, under 3 free
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center

Showcases the history of African-American Mississippians; housed in Jackson's first school for African-American children.

Location 528 Bloom St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  528 Bloom St.
Jackson, MS 39202-4005

Phone 601.960.1457
Fax 601.960.2070
Toll-Free
Website http://www.city.jackson.ms.us/CityHall/robertson.htm
Email
Contact Pamela D. Junior, Museum Manager

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Fri 9a.m.-5p.m., Sat 10a.m.-1p.m., Sun 2-5p.m., no guided tours on Mon

Admission $4.50 Adults, $.1.50 Children
Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Southern Breeze Gallery

Original works by Mississippi artists including oils, watercolors, sculpture, pottery and more.

Location Highland Village, 4500 I-55 N.
Jackson, MS

Mail  Highland Village, 4500 I-55 N.
Jackson, MS 39211

Phone 601.982.4222

Website http://www.southernbreeze.net
Email mailto:bill@southernbreeze.net
Contact Bill Jones or Glenn Sanford

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Sat 10a.m.-6p.m.
Admission Free, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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St. Andrew's Cathedral

Episcopal Cathedral established as a parish in 1839. Gothic Revival architecture with stained glass windows depicting Biblical figures. Bookstore and courtyards.

Location 305 E. Capitol St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 1366
Jackson, MS 39215-1366

Phone 601.354.1535
Fax 601.355.9001
Toll-Free
Website http://www.standrewscathedral.org
Email mailto:ahooker@standrewscathedral.org
Contact Anne Hooker

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Fri 9a.m.-4p.m.
Admission Free, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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State Capitol Building

Built in 1903, this Beaux Arts style state house was designed by architect Theodore Link and boasts an array of scagliola and marble from around the world. Stained glass and allegorical figures enhance this Mississippi Landmark, a site on the National Register of Historic Places.

Location 400 High St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 1018
Jackson, MS 39215

Phone 601.359.3114
Fax 601.359.9471
Toll-Free
Website http://www.ls.state.ms.us/htms/cap_info.htm
Email
Contact Earnestine Collins

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Fri 8a.m.-5p.m.
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible Yes

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The Park on Lakeland Drive, Inc.

Family entertainment center for ages 4 and up. Go-karts, miniature golf, bumper cars, batting cages, lazer tag and a virtual reality rollercoaster. Also have gamerooms.

Location 2280 Lakeland Drive
Jackson, MS

Mail  2280 Lakeland Drive
Flowood, MS 39232

Phone 601.939.8333
Fax 601.932.3332
Toll-Free
Website http://www.playatthepark.com
Email mailto:parkbattbatt@aol.com
Contact Martha White

Winter hours vary, Hours: Mon-Thurs: 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri-Sat: 10 a.m.-midnight, Sun: 1-9 p.m.
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible Yes

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War Memorial Building

A monument to the memory of Mississippi men and women who gave their lives defending our country. Features unique cast aluminum doors depicting scenes from the Battle of Ackia in 1736 through the Vietnam Conflict.

Location 120 N. State St.
Jackson, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 1450
Jackson, MS 39215-1450

Phone 601.354.7207
Email
Contact Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau

 Open Year Round, Hours: Daily
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Springdale Hills Arboretum

A 104-acre private aboretum with nature trails, 150 species of trees, and the ruins of an 1830s antebellum mansion raided during the Civil War. Nature and historical tours available.

Location 2116 N. Springdale Rd.
Pocahontas, MS

Mail  2116 N. Springdale Rd.
Jackson, MS 39209

Phone 601.366.4679

Email
Contact Ed Blake

Open Year Round, Hours: By apptointment only
Admission $2, Handicap Accessible No

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Confederate Cemetery

140 graves of soldiers, mostly from Tennessee and Texas, mortally wounded during Battle of Raymond, May 12, 1863.

Location 312 Port Gibson St.
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 10
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.8041

Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:mayor@raymondms.com
Contact Mayor Isla Tullos

Open Year Round, Hours: Daylight
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible No

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Driving Tour of Historic Raymond

Includes Hinds County Courthouse, c. 1857; St. Mark's Episcopal Church, c. 1854; Confederate Cemetery, established in 1863. Brochure available from Raymond City Hall.

Location City Hall 110 Courtyard Square and local merchants
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 10
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.8041
Fax 601.857.0105
Toll-Free
Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:mayor@raymondms.com
Contact Mayor Isla O. Tullos

Open Year Round, Hours: Self Guided Driving Tour Home Tours by appointment
Admission Yes, for home tours only, Handicap Accessible limited

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Dupree House and Mamie's Cottage

c. 1840 and 1878. Transition Greek Revival/Italianate architecture. Two historic structures in magnificent rural setting offers host guided tours and facilities for private functions and events. National Register of Historic Places.

Location 2809 Dupree Road
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 646
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.6051
Fax 601.857.8655
Toll-Free 1.877.629.6051
Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:dupree_house@att.net
Contact Brenda Davis

Open Year Round, Hours: By appointment
Admission Yes, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible No

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Gibbs-Von Seutter House

c. 1836. Transitional Federal/Greek Revival architecture. Historic house, conveniently located in downtown Raymond, hosts tours, private functions, and events. National Register of Historic Places.

Location 104 Dupree St.
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 1347
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.4268
Fax 601.857.4268
Toll-Free
Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:oakhill@bigplanet.com
Contact Shirlee Lawson

Open Year Round, Hours: By appointment
Admission Yes, Handicap Accessible No

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Grand Gulf/Raymond Scenic Byway

Fifty miles of pristine rural back roads in Claiborne and Hinds Counties that relate early Natchez Trace history from Indian Territory to Gen. U.S. Grant's Campaign.

Location Grand Gulf Military Monument Park to Raymond Military Park
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 10
Raymond, Ms 39154

Phone 601.857.8041
Fax 601.857.0105
Toll-Free
Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:mayor@raymondms.com
Contact Mayor Isla O. Tullos

Open Year Round
Admission Free

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Hinds County Courthouse

c. 1857-1859. Outstanding example of Greek Revival architecture built with skilled slave labor. Used as a hospital for Confederate wounded after the Battle of Raymond.

Location 127 Main Street
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 10
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.8041
Fax 601.857.0105
Toll-Free
Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:mayor@raymondms.com
Contact Mayor Isla Tullos

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Fri 8a.m.-5p.m. closed major holidays
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible yes

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Marie Hull Gallery

Permanent exhibits by Mississippi artists with changing national, regional and local works.

Location Art Department, Hinds Community College Campus
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 1100
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.3275
Email
Contact Marie Hull Gallery

September - May 7th, Hours: Mon-Thu 8a.m.-3p.m., Fri 8a.m.-noon, closed when school is out
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible Yes

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McGee's Castle

This amazing castle replica was built, each stone single-handly placed by its owner, Dale McGee. Step back in time to the days of fair maidens and knights in shining armor at this house-turned-castle. Beautiful period furnishings and a replica of the knights of the round table.

Location 1479 Pine Hill Dr.
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 56
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.8997
Fax 601.857.0769
Toll-Free
Website http://mcgeescastle.com
Email mailto:mcgeeindustries@aol.com
Contact Dale McGee/Cheryl Thomas

Open Year Round, Hours: Daily, 10a.m.-5p.m.
Admission $10 Adults, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Raymond Military Park

Portion of original battlefield where Union and Confederate soldiers clashed, May 12, 1863. Union victory caused Grant to change his offensive plan and attack Jackson.

Location Hwy 18 and Port Gibson St.
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 10
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.8041
Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:mayor@raymondms.com
Contact Mayor Isla Tullos

Open Year Round, Hours: Daylight only
Admission Free, Handicap Accessible No

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St. Mark's Episcopal Church

c. 1854. Used as a hospital to treat wounded Union soldiers after the Battle of Raymond. Blood stains remain visible on the floors. National Register of Historic Places.

Location 205 W. Main
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 10
Raymond, MS 39154

Phone 601.857.8041
Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:mayor@raymondms.com
Contact Isla Tullos

Open Year Round, Hours: By appointment
Admission Free but Donations Accepted, Handicap Accessible No

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Texas Monument

Granite monument dedicated by Austin Civil War Round Table and Texas Historical Commission to memory of the Seventh Texas Infantry that fought here on May 12, 1863.

Location Hwy 18 at Port Gibson Street
Raymond, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 10
Raymond, Ms 39154

Phone 601.857.8041
Fax 601.857.0105
Toll-Free
Website http://www.raymondms.com
Email mailto:mayor@raymondms.com
Contact Mayor Isla O. Tullos

Open Year Round
Admission Free, Gift Shop Yes

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Tougaloo College

Administrative offices are housed in Judson Cross, c. 1947. Extensive collection of African-American art. Visit L. Zenobia Coleman Library with its large Civil Rights Movement collection and Woodworth Chapel, c. 1901.

Location 500 W. County Line Rd.
Tougaloo, MS

Mail  500 W. County Line Rd.
Tougaloo, MS 39174

Phone 601.977.7905
Fax 601.977.6185
Toll-Free 1.888.42GALOO
Website http://www.tougaloo.edu
Email
Contact Ms. Shandra Daniel

Open Year Round, Hours: By appointment only
Admission Free but Donations Accepted, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience

Regional museum and cultural center interprets and documents Jewish life in the South. Varied exhibits and special events.

Location 3863 Old Morrison Rd.
Utica, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 16528
Jackson, MS 39236-0528

Phone 601.362.6357
Fax 601.366.6293
Toll-Free
Website http://www.msje.org
Email mailto:information@msje.org
Contact Lynda Yule

Open Year Round, Hours: By appointment only, closed Mon
Admission $5 Adults, $4 Students, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible Yes

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Utica Drug Company

Founded in the early 1900's. Owned by the Longmire family since 1921. Step back into an old town atomsphere with beautiful displays and original furnishings. Site of the first radio station in Mississippi, WQBC (We Quote Better Cotton) presently located in Vicksburg.

Location 112 E. Main St.
Utica, MS

Mail  P.O. Box 226
Utica, MS 39175

Phone 601.885.8807
Fax 601.885.8377
Toll-Free
Email
Contact John or Rhonda Longmire

Open Year Round, Hours: Mon-Fri 9a.m.-5p.m., Sat 9a.m.-noon
Admission Free, Gift Shop Yes, Handicap Accessible No
 
 

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