Top Things to Do in Jackson 2021

"This is the old parliament building in Mississippi, built in 1839. After the construction of the new parliament building in the early 20th century, it ceased to be used and later became a museum. The interior is decorated in its original appearance, and you can visit it for free to learn how the council works."

"This museum is quite large. There are many farmhouses arranged as scenes of farm work, as well as various ancient agricultural machinery, which is really eye-opening."

"This is the earliest black school in Jackson. After it was built, it was set on fire twice by whites. The main exhibits are school history, famous alumni, history of black slaves, and crafts of early students"

"This museum is attached to a fire station and displays 3 fire trucks, as well as some clothing and equipment. In particular, you can personally contact the water hose."

"This museum is located in a state park. There is an aquarium with some live animals, as well as some specimens and fossils, which are quite ordinary."

"This place should be said to be a children's activity center. It is very large. There are many hands-on activities in it. Older children can also rock climbing. What is particularly impressive is that there are some small-scale barns and other buildings for children to experience."

"The cultural center is quite humane, with a long history, good for taking pictures"

"This is the earliest ironclad ship in the United States, relying on it to capture Fort Pillow during the Civil War. But it was later sunk by a remote-controlled landmine from the southern army. It was salvaged in the 20th century and put on display in a military park."

"During the Civil War, an important battle broke out in Vicksburg, which ended in the surrender of the Southern Army. The Northern Army thus occupied the Mississippi Valley, dividing the south into two halves. This park was on the battlefield of the year, with some weapons exhibitions and a cemetery."

"This is a courthouse built before the Civil War and now serves as a Civil War memorial. There is an exhibition room dedicated to Jefferson Davis. He is a native of Vicksburg and the only president of the Confederacy."