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What to Do in Jackson, MS? 30 Top-Rated Jackson Activities

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What to Do in Jackson, MS? 30 Top-Rated Jackson Activities

Introduction - Check out this list of 30 top-rated Jackson activities if you are wondering what to do in Jackson, MS. From...

 
 

Tour the Mississippi State Capitol

Activity 1 - The Mississippi State Capitol is the current seat of government for the state. This Mississippi landmark opened in 1903 and...

 
 
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Learn new things at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

Activity 2 - The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is the state's largest museum and features numerous science exhibits. Topics covered include ecology...

 
 
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Let your kids play and learn at the Mississippi Children's Museum

Activity 3 - If you have young kids, be sure to plan a trip to the Mississippi Children's Museum. This kid-friendly attraction features...

 
 
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Walk through the Mississippi Petrified Forest

Activity 4 - If you're willing to travel about 30 to 40 minutes outside of Jackson, checking out the Mississippi Petrified Forest is...

 
 
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Wander around the Eudora Welty House & Garden

Activity 5 - Another of the fascinating Jackson, Mississippi, attractions to visit is the Eudora Welty House & Garden. The property was home...

 
 
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Admire artworks at the Mississippi Museum of Art

Activity 6 - The Mississippi Museum of Art was founded in 1978 and is a must-visit attraction, even for those who aren't art...

 
 

Travel back in time at the Old Capitol Museum

Activity 7 - The Old Capitol Museum, also known as the Old Mississippi State Capitol, is a museum covering political history. It's located...

 
 
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Hang out at LeFleur's Bluff State Park

Activity 8 - If the weather is nice, spending the day at LeFleur's Bluff State Park is a must! The recreation area sits...

 
 

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