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“Old Capitol Museum of Mississippi History” Wcities.com
“Mississippians pick 12 favourite architectural landmarks” canoe.ca / Associated Press
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 44 attractions in Jackson
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The Old Capitol building served the state from 1832-1903 and was later converted into a State Historical Museum. Visitors can tour the grand dam of... more » The Old Capitol building served the state from 1832-1903 and was later converted into a State Historical Museum. Visitors can tour the grand dam of Mississippi politics, plus view dioramas and exhibits that trace the city's history. The museum also includes a large collection of Jefferson Davis memorabilia. « less
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Attraction type: Historic site, Maritime museum, History museum, Architectural building
Address: 100 South State St. Jackson, MS 39205
Tel: 601-359-6920
Fax: 601-359-6981

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“Wonderful tour”
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4 of 5 stars
southernchelz
mississippi
Sep 8, 2007

of our state capital. It is just beautiful. It is a walking tour with no guide but plenty of information is available. It will take about an hour to hour and a half to make the whole tour. That gives you enough time to do two destination in the city. more

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100 South State St., Jackson, MS 39205
Tel: 601-359-6920 Fax: 601-359-6981