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Good old-fashioned Southern hospitality combined with a rich history make the capital of Mississippi a great choice for a weekend jaunt. A major player in the civil rights struggle of the 1960s, Jackson is home to a number of fine museums that focus on the conflict and the profound change that followed. The exhibit at the Old Capitol Museum displays photographs and film footage of this tumultuous time, while museums such as the Smith Robertson, housed in the first school for black children from... more » Good old-fashioned Southern hospitality combined with a rich history make the capital of Mississippi a great choice for a weekend jaunt. A major player in the civil rights struggle of the 1960s, Jackson is home to a number of fine museums that focus on the conflict and the profound change that followed. The exhibit at the Old Capitol Museum displays photographs and film footage of this tumultuous time, while museums such as the Smith Robertson, housed in the first school for black children from the area, examine the struggles and achievements of African- Americans in art and literature. A stroll around the Farish Street Historical District downtown presents many opportunities to view old houses, churches and other buildings, many of which were built by former slaves. Dont miss contemporary attractions like the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, the Russell C. Davis Planetarium and the" New Capitol," where the government of Mississippi addresses the issues of the day. The warmth and friendliness of the local people, an array of accommodation choices, and a range of restaurants serving up the best in Southern fare make Jackson feel like a home away from home. « less
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Fairview Inn

Nov 2, 2009

Beautiful historic inn, lovingly maintained. Kudos to Peter and staff. Food and amenities were superb. more

Fairview Inn

Oct 29, 2009

This is a beautiful old home but would recommend stopping by for a visit/tour and staying elsewhere. When we arrived, we were expecting a tour of the house, our tour was one of the girls standing in...more

5 of 5 stars
Louisiana
Oct 8, 2009

We were not sure what to expect when we decided to spend a long weekend in Jackson, but we were delighted with everything we encountered! From restaurants to hotels and shopping to the people, our...more

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