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Ranked #1 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Beautiful" 05/07/2013
- "Equal to anything you will find in our..." 04/08/2013
Category: History Museums
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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...
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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 Mississippi politics, plus view dioramas and exhibits that trace the city's history. The museum also includes a large collection of Jefferson Davis memorabilia.
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Ranked #2 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Happy Place for Kids" 04/16/2013
- "Best children's museum I've been to" 04/15/2013
Category: Children's Museums
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The Mississippi Children's Museum is your Destination for Imagination. MCM wants to ignite the spark of creativity that is...
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The Mississippi Children's Museum is your Destination for Imagination. MCM wants to ignite the spark of creativity that is inside each and everyone of us and awaken a lifelong passion for learning, exploration and discovery. Visit the Mississippi Children's Museum and get inspired! Open Tuesday through Saturday 9a-5p and Sunday 1p-6p. Admission is $8.00.
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Ranked #3 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Always a great visit" 05/07/2013
- "GROUPS WELCOME HERE!" 05/04/2013
Category: Natural History Museums
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Explore Mississippi's biological diversity at this presitigious museum that includes indoor exhibits: a 100,000-gallon...
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Explore Mississippi's biological diversity at this presitigious museum that includes indoor exhibits: a 100,000-gallon aquarium filled with native fishes, reptiles and amphibians, plus more than two miles of outdoor walking trails that wind through natural habitats.
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Ranked #4 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Even if you are not a Welty fan, go se..." 02/23/2013
- "for southern fiction lovers" 12/08/2012
Category: Historic Sites
The restored gardens of this deceased Mississippi writer.
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Ranked #5 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Great Pictures" 05/17/2013
- "Great" 05/07/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Government Buildings
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Patterned after the National Capitol, this has been the Capitol building for the state of Mississippi since 1903. Today it is...
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Patterned after the National Capitol, this has been the Capitol building for the state of Mississippi since 1903. Today it is major tourist attraction as well as the focus of Mississippi state government activities.
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Ranked #6 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Monet" 05/09/2013
- "Nice assortment of art" 04/15/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Ranked #7 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Nice museum" 05/10/2013
- "Loved it" 05/07/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #8 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "appealing to all ages" 03/14/2013
- "Interesting." 03/11/2013
Category: Specialty Museums
This museum recalls Mississippi sports greats, from Dizzy Dean to the Negro League players.
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Ranked #10 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "My favorite First Lady" 04/24/2013
- "Governor's House" 03/15/2013
Category: Government Buildings; Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #11 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "An Amazing Education" 04/08/2013
- "Beautiful Millsaps College" 11/13/2012
Category: Educational Sites
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Ranked #12 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Only 5 miles from Jackson (not 55!) an..." 03/28/2013
- "Wabt something neat from MS = Stop Her..." 03/18/2013
Category: Specialty Shops
Just 55 miles from Jackson and near the parkway's end, you will find the Mississippi Craft Center.
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Ranked #13 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Great regional orchestra is a star att..." 03/15/2013
- "Good Show" 03/29/2012
Category: Symphonies
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Ranked #14 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Not in a great area.." 06/20/2012
- "outside" 06/04/2012
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #15 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Adorable little museum." 01/01/2013
- "A real treat! A must visit for childre..." 05/31/2012
Category: History Museums
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Ranked #16 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Peaceful respite" 07/13/2012
- "Lovely garden" 05/15/2012
Category: Gardens; Historic Sites
The restored gardens of this deceased Mississippi writer.
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Ranked #17 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Nice War Memorial on the grounds of th..." 03/05/2013
- "Mississippi War Memorial" 02/10/2013
Category: Monuments/ Statues
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A stark tribute to Mississippi's war veterans, with a courtyard that replicates the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and a museum...
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A stark tribute to Mississippi's war veterans, with a courtyard that replicates the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and a museum devoted to the state's military history.
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Ranked #18 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Very special place" 05/08/2013
- "Unique museum" 07/18/2012
Category: History Museums; Museums; Natural History Museums
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Located in Jackson's first public school building for African-Americans, this museum, named after a former slave who went on...
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Located in Jackson's first public school building for African-Americans, this museum, named after a former slave who went on to become the first African-American Alderman in Jackson, chronicles the everday lives and culture of people of African decent living in the South during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
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Ranked #19 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Awful excuse for education" 03/18/2013
- "Nice school." 01/01/2013
Category: Educational Sites
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Ranked #20 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Alternative Play was great" 05/13/2013
- "What about the basics?" 05/01/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Theaters
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Ranked #21 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Nice if you have time" 05/26/2012
- "a good stop in the city" 03/16/2012
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #22 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Beautiful building with a great statue..." 03/05/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Government Buildings; Historic Sites
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Ranked #23 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Planetarium" 08/30/2012
- "Needs a facelift" 08/19/2012
Category: Observatories/ Planetariums
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Be wowed by giant stars, glowing planets and distant galaxies all shown on a giant wrap-around screen at this engaging...
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Be wowed by giant stars, glowing planets and distant galaxies all shown on a giant wrap-around screen at this engaging planetarium, one of the largest in the South.
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Ranked #24 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "just passed though" 06/04/2012
Category: Golf Courses
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Ranked #25 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Poor Animals" 04/30/2013
- "Could Be Better" 04/16/2013
Category: Zoos
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Enjoy a day of fun for the entire family at this zoo that houses large cats, monkeys and more than 250 other types of...
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Enjoy a day of fun for the entire family at this zoo that houses large cats, monkeys and more than 250 other types of animals, plus a carousel, minature train, petting zoo for children, gift shop and concessions.
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Ranked #26 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Beautiful building!" 03/12/2012
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #27 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "UNDER CONSTRUCTION" 02/07/2012
Category: Government Buildings
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Ranked #28 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "This is not a tourist attraction" 08/30/2012
- "Not a safe part of town." 05/26/2012
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #29 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Closed for renovation" 02/05/2013
- "Interesting old Jackson home" 04/04/2008
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #30 of 41 attractions in Jackson
- "Eh" 08/23/2012
- "Crack Head Ridden" 05/29/2012
Category: Historic Walking Areas; Neighborhoods
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Wander around this historic neighborhood that runs from Amite Street across to Fortification Street and Mill Street to Lamar...
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Wander around this historic neighborhood that runs from Amite Street across to Fortification Street and Mill Street to Lamar Street, to see old homes, shops and other buildings, many of which were built by former slaves whose descendants still live and work in the area.
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