Mississippi Tourism

The Magnolias – Aberdeen, Mississippi

The Magnolias – Aberdeen, Mississippi This home is of the classic Greek revival style with its spacious, columned front portico. The double doors that adorn the portico is framed by multi-colored stained glass side lights making the entrance a true place of beauty. The mahogany stairway in the home is truly an architectural masterpiece which leads from... [Continue Reading]

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Annual Angels on the Bluff Tour – Natchez, Mississippi

Annual Angels on the Bluff Tour – Natchez, Mississippi Come to Natchez for an evening of history and excitement with a tour of the Natchez City Cemetery the first weekend of November (usually…check with the Natchez Visitor Reception Center for exact dates because they do, on occasion change.) The elaborate presentation at the Cemetery features selected... [Continue Reading]

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Museum of Natural Science – Jackson, Mississippi

The Museum of Natural Science in Jackson, Mississippi. Nature-lovers and knowledge-seekers visiting Mississippi love to plan a tour of the Museum of Natural Science in Jackson. Established in 1932 by founder Fannye Cook, the museum boasts over 870,000 specimens of Mississippi’s natural treasures. A 73,000 square foot indoor facility, 300 acre landscape and 2.5 miles... [Continue Reading]

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Catfish Capitol Visitor Center – Belzoni, Mississippi

The Catfish Capitol Visitor’s Center in Belzoni, Mississippi. Belzoni is located in Humphrey County, Mississippi, and is commonly called the “Catfish Capital” of the state. Catfish farming is an important commodity for Mississippi’s economy, as more than 117 catfish farms are located there. Humphrey County contains 35,000 acres of ponds averaging 6,000 catfish per acre. J.B.... [Continue Reading]

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Sam Wilhite Transporation Museum – West Point, Mississippi

The Sam Wilhite Transportation Museum in West Point, Mississippi. Sam Wilhite, a former President and Chairman of the Board of the Columbus and Greenville Railroad (also known as the C & G Railroad), lends his name to the West Point Transportation Museum in Mississippi. Visitors to the area may tour the artifacts and historical path... [Continue Reading]

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Movie Museums – Canton, Mississippi

Movie Museums in Canton, Mississippi. Film lovers and movie fanatics enjoy touring the behind-the-scenes Movie Museums in Canton, Mississippi. Canton is commonly known as the film capital of the state, or the “City of Lights, Camera, Action!” Articles, scripts, photos and other memorabilia from several works filmed in Canton and surrounding areas are on display. Actual... [Continue Reading]

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Oldest Slave Founded Town in Mississippi – Mound Bayou, Mississippi

Oldest Slave Founded Town in Mississippi – Mound Bayou, Mississippi Tracing history of the former slaves of the area can be an interesting journey. This journey may take you to Mound Bayou which was founded in 1887 by Isaiah T. Montgomery and his cousin, Benjamin T. Green. These two men were both former slaves of Joseph... [Continue Reading]

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Rock ‘n Roll & Blues Heritage Musuem – Clarksdale, Mississippi

Rock ‘n Roll & Blues Heritage Museum – Clarksdale, Mississippi Have you heard of Bessie Smith and Blind Lemon Jefferson and the other blues singers of the 1950’s? At this museum there are 78 RPM’s of these great blues singers on display. There are also early Rock ‘n Roll artifacts from the likes of Bill Haley, Chuck... [Continue Reading]

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Mississippi John Hurt Home/Museum – Carrollton, Mississippi

Mississippi John Hurt Home/Museum – Carrollton, Mississippi You will want to take the time to visit the Mississippi John Hurt Museum which is the actual home of the late Mississippi John Hurt built the 1800’s. Take the two hour tour which includes the museum, home, church, historical marker, gravesite and Old Community Store where MS John... [Continue Reading]

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Wister Gardens – Belzoni, Mississippi

Wister Gardens – Belzoni, Mississippi Enter the fairyland of gardens when you come to the Wister Gardens and their 14 acres of flowers, trees and shrubs. Designed by Frances Chiles Henry and Wister Henry in the era of 1937 the garden was developed for the beautification and enjoyment for all that stroll through the Garden. There are hundreds... [Continue Reading]

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The Ethel Wright Mohamed Stitchery Museum – Belzoni, Mississippi

The Ethel Wright Mohamed Stitchery Museum – Belzoni, Mississippi Ethel Wright Mohamed was often referred to as Mississippi’s Grandma Moses of stitchery. She was born in 1906 and died in 1992 leaving behind a fabulous array of stitchery telling the stories of her family’s life. She was a master at "painting with thread" and has provided a... [Continue Reading]

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The Catfish Capitol – Belzoni, Mississippi

The Catfish Capitol – Belzoni, Mississippi Have you ever thought about visiting a Catfish Capitol? You can in Belzoni. Here the newly renovated IB&B Depot has displays and exhibits as a testament to the history and culture of the land and the people of the area. Outside the Capitol there are sculptures fashioned for things like hatchery... [Continue Reading]

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Explore Mississippi History While on Vacation in Mississippi

Explore Mississippi History While on Vacation in Mississippi There really isn’t anyplace in the United States that gives a better picture of what the South is like than the beautiful state of Mississippi. There are grand plantations, history that will keep you enthralled for days, stories of the slaves and the underground railroad, and is called... [Continue Reading]

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Redding House – Biloxi, Mississippi

Soak in the History at the Redding House. Biloxi, Mississippi is a beautiful city with a unique atmosphere and history. Visitors to the area will find plenty of great things to do and see while on vacation. They can sample some of the fine food, go fishing, or visit some of the historic locations. One... [Continue Reading]

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Natchez Trace Parkway – Tupelo, Mississippi

Many Things to See Along the Natchez Trace Parkway. The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444-mile road that stretches from the southwestern corner of Mississippi diagonally across the state, through the northwest corner of Alabama, and into Tennessee in the north. This picturesque limited access two-lane road guides countless travelers through the state each year. Those... [Continue Reading]

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Longwood Plantation – Natchez, Mississippi

Take a Tour of the Longwood Plantation. The Longwood Plantation, also known as Nutt’s Folly, whose construction began in the 1860s, is certainly a unique looking plantation building. Rather than the usual Greek Revival style that was so popular in the South during that era, the builder chose to create a multistory, octagonal, Oriental Revival... [Continue Reading]

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Vicksburg National Military Park – Vicksburg, Mississippi

Get a Dose of Civil War History at the Vicksburg National Military Park. The Vicksburg National Military Park, located in Vicksburg, Mississippi, was the site of a Civil War battle fought from May 18 to July 4, 1863. The park has reconstructed forts, trenches, and more that are like those used during that long siege.... [Continue Reading]

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Jackson Zoo – Jackson, Mississippi

Visit all of the Animals at the Jackson Zoo. The Jackson Zoo is located in Jackson, Mississippi, and it has been educating and entertaining visitors from around the nation for nearly ninety years. Today, more than 200,000 people per year visit the zoo. The zoo, opened in 1919, is located on 110 acres of land... [Continue Reading]

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Ruins of Windsor – Port Gibson, Mississippi

Ruins of Windsor – Port Gibson, Mississippi In 1859 Smith Coffee Daniel II began construction of Windsor which was completed in 1861. Slave labor was used for the basic construction of the home. Skilled carpenters were brought in from New England to some of the woodwork; the iron stairs, column capitals and balustrades were manufactured in... [Continue Reading]

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Tupelo National Battlefield – Tupelo, Mississippi

Tupelo National Battlefield – Tupelo, Mississippi On July 14, 1864 The Battle of Tupelo began at 7:30 in the morning when the Confederates began a series of disorganized charges against the Federal position. These attacks were beaten back as were the attacks that they tried on the other line. There were heavy losses with out the... [Continue Reading]

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Brice’s Cross Roads – Baldwyn, Mississippi

Brice’s Cross Roads – Baldwyn, Mississippi The battle of Brice’s Cross Roads was a battle created by the General Sherman to divert Maj. General Nathan Bedford Forrest’s cavalry corp. to the northern area of Mississippi and away from the Nashville & Chattanooga Railroad so in the Spring of 1864 he sent Brig. Gen. Samuel D.... [Continue Reading]

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Corinth Interpretive Center – Corinth, Mississippi

Corinth Interpretive Center – Corinth, Mississippi This small Mississippi town of less than 400 people in 1860 was initially known as Cross City due to it’s location of the Memphis and Charleston and the Mobile and Ohio Railroads during the 1850’s. It was at this location that on April 6-7, 1862 the terrible battle of Shiloh... [Continue Reading]

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Fork of the Road – Negro Trafficking Site – Natchez, Mississippi

Fork of the Road – Negro Trafficking Site – Natchez, Mississippi In the 1850’s Natchez was one of the sites for selling slaves, although they called it Negro Trading. The story of the trafficking comes at a huge price to those that were taken away from their homes and families, many to never see them again. At... [Continue Reading]

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Eudora Welty House – Jackson, Mississippi

Eudora Welty House – Jackson, Mississippi This literary house museum is the home of Eudora Welty, Pulitzer Prize winning author, who lived in Jackson in this house for over 76 years. The Tudor Revival house features high ceilings and a central stairwell filled with light from the hallway windows upstairs. Welty always returned to her home... [Continue Reading]

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Grand Village of The Natchez Indians – Natchez, Mississippi

Grand Village of the Natchez Indians – Natchez, Mississippi The Grand Village of the Natchez Indians was considered the ceremonial center of the tribe. This tribe was among the last American Indian groups to inhabit the area now known as southwestern Mississippi. Evidence shows that the Natchez Indian culture began as early as 700 AD and... [Continue Reading]

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Manship House Museum – Jackson, Mississippi

Manship House Museum – Jackson, Mississippi This house is one of the few remaining antebellum houses in Jackson. Enter the doors and you will be walked through life of a middle class family in the 19th century, what life was like to maintain the home from season to season. The Manship House was built in 1857 by... [Continue Reading]

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Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum – Jackson, Mississippi

Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum – Jackson, Mississippi Jackson has a long history of agriculture and forestry that is displayed in the museum. Take a step back in time and cross a rustic bridge from the parking area and enter a bygone era. There are 8 different display museums for you to stroll through and learn from... [Continue Reading]

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Medgar Evers Home Museum – Jackson, Mississippi

Medgar Evers Home Museum – Jackson, Mississippi Medgar Evers was one of the first civil rights worker that was assassinated due to his work to bring equality to the African American population in the United States. Although the home that he and his family lived in is not grand, it’s evidence of little wealth but a... [Continue Reading]

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Smith Robertson Museum – Jackson, Mississippi

Smith Robertson Museum – Jackson, Mississippi The museum is housed in the former Smith Robertson School, the first public school built for African Americans in Jackson, where there are displays of art, photography, artifacts and more to tell the story of the lifestyles and artistic contributions to African Americans to the world. The purpose of the museum... [Continue Reading]

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Canton Movie Museums – Canton, Mississippi

Canton Movie Museums – Canton, Mississippi Canton has had a number of movies made in the city such as A Time to Kill, My Dog Skip, O Brother, Where Art Thou, The Rising Place and many more films and documentaries along with commercials. You will be able to see some of the memorabilia from... [Continue Reading]

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Oakes African-American Cultural Center – Yazoo City, Mississippi

Oakes African-American Cultural Center – Yazoo City, Mississippi The Cultural Center features many prominent blacks who were successful in education, medicine, business, church, agriculture and all area of community life. The Center is housed in the home of a previous businessman and educator, A.J. Oakes. The house is listed on both the State and National Register of... [Continue Reading]

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Delta Blues Museum – Clarksdale, Mississippi

Delta Blues Museum – Clarksdale, Mississippi The museum is there to preserve, interpret and encourage a deep interest in the story of the blues. Established in 1979 the Delta Blues Museum is the states oldest music museum. Clarksdale is the Delta regions "the land where the blues began." Nestled at the intersection of Highways 61 and... [Continue Reading]

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Center for the Study of Southern Culture – Oxford, Mississippi

Center for the Study of Southern Culture – Oxford, Mississippi The center is dedicated to documenting the complex and diverse cultural traditions of teh American South. The Center has long been associated with the study and presentation of Southern music, especially the blues. The University’s Blues Archive attracts scholars from around the world. The mission of the... [Continue Reading]

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Visiting Mississippi – Bay Saint Louis

If you are going to be anywhere in the Bay St. Louis area, you need to make plans to go by the Hollywood Casino. For those of you that are trying to plan a nice vacation, Hollywood Casino is it. Formerly known as Casino Magic Bay Saint Louis, this casino and hotel is exciting and... [Continue Reading]

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Vacation in Jackson, Mississippi

Family vacations come once a year. Looking for somewhere that you can travel and take everyone is easy, especially if you are thinking about going to Jackson, Mississippi. It is a great place to take your kids. There are zoos and museums, and even parks that are perfect for the family. The Jackson Zoo is a... [Continue Reading]

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Travel to Gulfport, Mississippi

Many people love to shop on vacation. In fact, lots of people plan their vacation around shopping. If you are headed to Mississippi and are looking for a great place to shop, you must go to Gulfport and hit the Prime Outlets. There is something there for everyone and the prices are fantastic. Bargain shopping... [Continue Reading]

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Jackson, Mississippi is Rich with Culture

If you are planning your vacation and are looking for a place that is perfect for everyone in the family, then you should visit Jackson, Mississippi. There are many activities, indoors and out for you to do. There are national forests, museums, shopping and even sporting events. You name it, Jackson has it. One of the... [Continue Reading]

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Grand Casino, Biloxi Mississippi

Do you have a love for gambling, fun and lots of entertainment? Traveling to Biloxi will be worth your time. The Grand Casino in Biloxi is full of excitement and good times. There is a little bit of everything to do there, so plan your vacation accordingly. If you want to make your stay and your... [Continue Reading]

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Mississippi Vacation

Planning a vacation in Mississippi presents opportunities to appeal to everyone’s interest in your family. Mississippi offers urban city vacation opportunities, countryside vacations, historic and recreational trips, to musical entertainment or riverboat gambling. Mississippi offers year round vacation and excursion opportunities from beautiful lakes where the family can go swimming, water skiing, boating or fishing to... [Continue Reading]

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