I have a passport to the City of Vicksburg from a trip I had made awhile ago and decided to start…read morecoming to some of the attractions listed. I am so glad I made the effort to come here, it is so unusual. The tour was very informative. I do want to make it back for a haunted tour some time.

This house has been featured as a haunted house. I came here to maybe check it out, look around and…read more"feel" something... and unfortunately the hours didn't work out for us. Open from 12 to 5, last tour enters at 4:30 PM. I came twice at around 4:30 PM, and the last day I was just too tired to enter at 12 PM. Some places are open to visit, and some places are not for you to see. This place was the latter. I did walk around, got to spook out one of the staff members, and peeked inside the house through the windows. It's a small house with a big story, let's leave it at that. If you want to see the inside, you know the hours, other than that, this house is always open to see.... (bwahahah).

We loved staying at this magnificent plantation! Amazing…read moreexperience! Beautiful estate and immaculate in every detail. The breakfast was unbelievable! Brad is the most gracious host.

From the owner: The Belmont 1857 is a luxurious antebellum mansion in the Mississippi Delta situated on over 6…read moreacres with over 3,600 square feet of porches, an historic doctor's office, the Apothecary, and the original smokehouse as a romantic studio stay. We provide the best of all worlds. Southern Delta hospitality is served all day with a side of modern convenience, peace, tranquility and simple beauty that will allow you to reset from your busy lifestyle!

The governors mansion is a few steps from the capital. It has been the residence of Mississippi…read moregovernors and their families since 1842. In 1842, Governor Tilghman Tucker and his family moved into the Mansion, which had been constructed for a cost of approximately $50,000. In 1975, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. At that time, it was one of only two state gubernatorial residences to receive this honor.

If you're in to history, this is a pretty neat place to spend an hour (free ain't so bad either)…read more Our docent did a fantastic job (thanks, Janis!) giving us a little taste of Mississippi history and all of the quirks and peccadilloes getting the mansion registered in the National Register of Historic Places, but she also kept the tour going at a pretty nice clip to prevent it from getting too dry. I think this probably goes without saying, but this isn't a terribly kid-friendly tour unless you have a remarkably patient and well-behaved little one -- lots of fragile, antique things!

The Old Courthouse Museum is not only a stunning example of architecture but also a repository of…read moredeep cultural significance. It was built in 1858 and stood through pivotal moments in history. There is an extensive collection of Civil War artifacts, an array of items from Vicksburg's pre-war era, such as original 19th-century clothing, furniture & historical documents that offer a glimpse into daily life during that period. The museum has a dedicated exhibit to Jefferson Davis, with his personal items & documents that have stood the test of time.

A real treasure in a town that is a place very close to the heart the American experience. You…read morecould spend several hours wandering around this wonderful museum.

Wow, what an incredibly well thought out museum dedicated to the efforts of all those who have and…read morecontinue to contribute to efforts of racial justice in Mississippi. During an open morning in Jackson, we stumbled upon the museum and decided to explore and it was easily one of the most memorable parts of our trip. We started by being welcomed into the space. This museum intentionally documents the history of the civil rights museum specifically as it pertains to Mississippi. One of the docents shared that she volunteers at the museum because she remembers what it was like growing up in Mississippi as a white child and has committed her allyship to ensuring others can understand what she witnessed with a deep desire for a better future for Mississippi. It was amazing that there were other guests visiting the museum not just from other states like us, but from other countries as well! The true treat of the visit was stumbling upon the center of the museum, where the youngest freedom rider to every be imprisoned was speaking to a group of high school soccer players from Texas. He shared his story and how his activism started at such a young age. The high school students and myself were in awe of just his bravery and hearing what it was truly like to fight for what's right at such a young age. This museum tells an important story that sadly isn't over as the fight for equity and equality is never over. Yet, it's inspiring to know that there are committed individuals ensuring that in the deep South, these stories are documented and told for all those to honor and understand.

We were very fortunate to be allowed to tag along a group that was being given a tour/introduction…read moreby the Museum Director, Mr Moore, who was very knowledgeable and gave great highlights to check out. You def need at least a day or so to check out and take in everything. They are closed on Mondays.

Great History of the Local area. Great knowledgeable workers with history of the plantation. This…read morehome is in the middle of great agriculture and great views of the levee that protects the home from the Mississippi River.

This place was a wonderful discovery in on way driving to Shreveport. It is a restoration of a…read morehouse located in a cotton plantation. We got an incredible tour with a great guide (the same in charge of the office) who explained us the history, life an legacy of this place. The entrance is only $5 per person and includes the guided tour. The visit was totally worthwhile. 100% recommended!!

Review 1500 I have…read morehad my eye on coming here for quite some time now. This is well worth the trip. You start in the Visitors Center and you can either walk the mounds, drive yourself around, or take the ranger guided tour in their super golf cart. I would suggest going on the ranger guided tour. Everything was just wonderful. Come! Poverty Point World Heritage Site is a story 3,400 years in the making. A trading hub, an engineering marvel, a monument to ingenuity--there are many ways to describe Poverty Point. In 2014, a new label was added: UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This is a cool historical site. Great interpretive content. Friendly rangers. Good junior ranger…read moreprogram. Grounds are well kept. A park worth checking out.

Thanks to Chilly Billy, I toured the back roads of Clarksdale with him in his red jeep, and…read morelearned so much about the people and history of the Misissippi Delta. He is a wonderful tourguide, full of real knowledge, with his own connection to the area and was very personable and candid with his own stories and we stopped, got out of the jeep on a few occasions, so I could take pictures and get a lay of the land. He is a great communicator, and I knew he had recently published a book called, Wrestling with Wisdom at The Crossroads. I bought it, amd have been reading it. This is a once in a lifetime type of tour and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in this part of the Delta, the landscape, the people, music and creativity spawned from this part of the deep south.

This was the most informative tour in the area; a must when visiting the Delta. Chilly Billy was…read morethe consummate tour guide. Don't miss the experience!

I stopped in here since I was in the area, and I am so glad I did. Free admission, parking is free…read more This was quite amazing. The signs along the way were very informative and helpful. Though I would love to know if it was haunted. Probably not, old buildings are never haunted. I loved learning the history of the building of the government. I would recommend to anyone in the area.

This is a nice piece of history that is almost 200 years old (Built in 1839). It is in marvelous…read moreshape. There is free street parking available within a reasonable walking distance. It is a National Historic Landmark and a fine examples of Greek Revival architecture. It served as the Mississippi state capitol from 1839 to 1903 and has a limestone exterior and a copper dome. Currently, You cannot go into the the building to do on-going renovations on the roof. It is a nice structure that has been renovated. You would not be able to really guess its age. Looking in the window of the front doors, you will see a double spiral wooden staircase. There are a bunch of placards on the front of the building designating it as a national landmark, and detailing its construction and subsequent restoration. The grounds of the building are very well maintained and the lawn is amazing. it sits behind a wrought iron fence that is a replica of the original one that was originally at the building. This is a nice visit, if only to see its beauty and architecture. Hopefully they will open the building back up soon for free tours again. I would have like to see the inside. I have heard that it is just as beautiful as the outside.

This pair of mounds are found in Jackson, MS. One, Mound A, is located at a rest area and is…read moreaccessible to the public. There is also an education center there. The other, Mound B, is on private land and is not accessible. Both mounds are on the National Register of Historic Places. The site dates back to 750 and 1600. Mounds of this type were constructed to basically serve one of two purposes, a platform and a burial area. Mound A, is about 22 feet high and 175 feet wide. Mound B, is 10 feet high and 75 feet wide. After the discovery/excavation of the remains of a structure and associated features on top of the mound, as well as numerous artifacts, it was determined that Mound A was more of a platform mound, while mound B was a primarily a burial mound. Both mounds were much larger, but have suffered from erosion over the years. As I mentioned, Mound A is located at a rest area (opened in 2008), both of which are maintained by the Mississippi Department of Transportation. That area is also known as Pocahontas Mounds Roadside Park.The area has security, restrooms, a nice air-conditioned interpretive center that explains a little about the mounds and picnic tables and benches in a patio area behind the bench. There is a nice paved path that leads to a viewing area, but you cannot get close to the mound. The grounds are nice and full of shade trees. I do not think people ae allowed on the green space though and are limited to the patio area and paved paths. Being located at a rest area, parking here is not an issue and is welcomed. There are ample spots available to park and it has easy access. Before my visit here, I had no idea what mounds were. Being a bit of a history buff, I found this site very interesting and learned a lot. The site (Mound A), is very well maintained and nice to visit, even if it is just to take a load off. If you are driving past, it is defiantly worth a stop. I came across this gem on my way to the petrified forest from downtown Jackson.

I have recently started stopping here while traveling on Hwy 49. I only saw one mound, but it is…read morenice sized. It also made for a pretty good photo op! There's a walking trail that's perfect if you've been traveling for a while and need to stretch your legs. At most, I've only seen 3 - 4 people walking the trail, so it's great for folks who appreciate a bit of privacy. Next door is a decent rest area, so this is a perfect place to stop in my opinion.