Things to do in Jackson MS

Jackson is the capital city of Mississippi. The statewide Mississippi Freedom Trail runs through the city, encompassing a number of historic sites that were significant in the civil rights movement. These include the Medgar Evers Home Museum and the landmark Mississippi State Capitol building. In leafy LeFleur’s Bluff State Park, the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science includes an aquarium and nature trails.

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ZIP codes: 39200-39299

Local time: Saturday 4:16 PM

High Heaven Trampoline Park Interactive sports history exhibits

Sports history museum focused on Mississippi athletes & teams, including interactive exhibits.

Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum Re-created 1920s town & cotton artifacts

A living-history farm, a recreated 1920s cotton-economy-era town & local historical artifacts.

Mississippi Civil Rights Museum Interactive galleries on local history

History museum with interactive galleries exploring the state's role in the civil rights movement.

Old Capitol Museum Government exhibits in historic building

Museum in circa-1839 capitol focusing on role of government & historic preservation. Free entry.

Lou's Full-Serv Jackson, MS

Southern fare with a twist & original cocktails spotlighted in modern-rustic digs with a patio.

Sal and Mookie's New York Pizza and Ice Cream Joint- Jackson Jackson, MS

NY-style pizza & myriad ice creams are served in laid-back digs with patios & an adult-only lounge.

Saltine Restaurant Jackson, MS

Contemporary dining space providing innovative, Southern-style seafood mains & craft cocktails.

The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen Jackson, MS

Seasonal Southern meals with a Mediterranean twist in a sharp, open bar/eatery with outdoor seating.

The Pig & Pint Jackson, MS

BBQ plates with global influences & a lengthy craft beer list offered in hip, rustic surrounds.

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