- TripBuzz found 35 things to do with kids in or near Jackson, Mississippi, including 10 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ridgeland and Madison.
- From Mississippi Children's Museum to Jackson Zoo, the Jackson area offers 31 different types of family activities, including: Historic Homes, History Museums, Zoos and Theaters.
- Jackson is the largest city and state capital of Mississippi. The areas stately government buildings and grand architecture are among the many popular attractions that draw tourists to the area. Also popular are the areas local museums, art galleries, the zoo, botanical gardens and annual events, including the Mississippi State Fair.
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910 Washington Street, Vicksburg, MS 39183
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At Lower Mississippi River Museum, visitors can learn about the ecological history of the river and browse exhibits like flood models. The museum offers visitors guided tours with knowledgeable staff members.
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1104 Washington Street, Vicksburg, MS 39183
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Featuring a collection of children's toys, Yesterday's Children Antique Doll & Toy Museum has toys on display dating back to the Civil War era. Admission is free and tours are self-guided.
41.0 Miles
Catfish Row Children's Art Park takes visitors through the history of the Mississippi River and the steamboats that used to rule the water. The park includes garden area walks, a splash fountain, exhibits, children's art, and murals.
41.0 Miles
Operating from a steam-driven paddle cruiser, Mississippi River Tours offers river tours with narration by expert and experienced guides. The company welcomes school and church groups as well as smaller parties.
41.2 Miles
A community theater, The Vicksburg Theatre Guild is the oldest of its kind in the state of Mississippi. They present a different slate of theatrical productions each season, and also offer training in stagecraft, acting, and writing for the stage.
49.3 Miles
The 400-acre Grand Gulf Military Park contains Fort Cobun, Fort Wade, the colored infantry Grand Gulf Cemetery, a museum containing a mastodon bone, a carriage house containing a Civil War Museum, a 1790s Spanish house, and other buildings. Visitors can camp, picnic, hike, and climb an observation tower.