Sights in Jackson
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Mississippi Children's Museum
Jackson's brand new children's museum, opened in December 2010, was quickly recognized as one of the country's best. Many of the exhibits have a sustainable or Mississippi slant, and all are aimed educating the youngsters – the digestive-tract jungle gym that ends in a toilet might have gone too far, though.
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Mississippi Museum of Art
This is the one fantastic attraction in Jackson. The collection of Mississippi art – a permanent exhibit dubbed 'The Mississippi Story' – is nothing less than superb. A new downtown green space called the Art Garden, with a symphony stage and live music, was underway at the time of writing.
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Museum of Natural Science
Tucked way back in Lefleur's Bluff State Park is the Museum of Natural Science. It houses exhibits on the natural beasts of Mississippi and has aquariums inside and a nice walking trail outside.
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Old Capitol Museum
The state's Greek Revival capitol building from 1839 to 1903 received a stellar renovation in 2009. It now houses an extremely well-done museum that covers Mississippi's history from prehistoric to modern times.
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Smith Robertson Museum
Housed in Mississippi's first public school for African American kids, is the alma mater of author Richard Wright. It offers insight and explanation into the pain and perseverance of the African American legacy in Mississippi.
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Eudora Welty House
Southern-literature buffs should make a reservation to tour the Welty. The Pulitzer Prize–winning author lived in this Tudor Revival house for more than 75 years. It's now a true historical preservation down to the most minute details.
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Agriculture & Forestry Museum
Also worth a stop, though completely different in its feel and scope, is the Agriculture & Forestry Museum. This rustic attraction is actually spread among several buildings designed to resemble a small Mississippi town, complete with a blacksmith's shop and general store. In the main exhibit hall, you can learn about catfish farming 'from the egg to the plate.'
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