Mississippi Landmarks & Tourist Attractions
From the Biloxi casinos along the Gulf Coast and the Jackson Zoo to the J L Scott Marine Education Center and Aquarium in Ocean Springs, there is a multitude of things to do and see in Mississippi. Of course, these attractions just scratch the surface. To help you make your Mississippi visit a big hit, we've listed several other places of interest below.
Dixie National Rodeo
The action is fast and furious at the annual Dixie National Rodeo in Jackson, Mississippi. Catch world champion cowboys competing for big-time prize money. Rodeo clowns, bull fighters, barrel racers, and ropers also join in the mix. What's more, each day you'll enjoy special entertainers. For more information, visit: http://www.mdac.state.ms.us.
[ Top ]Dunn's Falls Water Park
Situated along the Chunky River in Enterprise, Mississippi is Dunn's Falls Water Park. Formerly the power source for a gristmill, the 65-foot waterfall is just one aspect of this picturesque area. There's a natural wildlife refuge, picnic area, and hiking trails. For more information, visit http://www.phwd.net/parks/dunns%20falls/#addphn.
[ Top ]Biloxi Mardi Gras Museum
Stop by the historic Magnolia Hotel in Biloxi and spend some quality time at the Mardi Gras Museum. The three hundred year history of Mardi Gras on Mississippi's Gulf Coast is celebrated with costumes, photographs and memorabilia of carnival celebrations. For more information, visit http://www.biloxi.ms.us/museums/mardigras/.
[ Top ]Jackson Zoo
You'll be astounded at the wide variety of animals that reside at the Jackson Zoo-everything from the Black Tailed Prairie Dog, Bornean Orangutan, andClouded Leopard to the Cotton-Top Tamarin, Indochinese Tiger, and Pygmy Hippopotamus. Colorful birds include the Caribbean Flamingo and Blue and Gold Macaw. For more information, visit http://www.jacksonzoo.org/
[ Top ]J L Scott Marine Education Center and Aquarium
Located in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, the J L Scott Marine Education Center and Aquarium is big. It hosts a 42,000-gallon Gulf of Mexico tank where sharks, sea turtles, eels and fish reside. Turtles, alligators and non-poisonous snakes that are native to the coastal area are also on hand. A 313-seat auditorium is utilized for a variety of presentations. For more information, visit http://www.usm.edu/marineeducation/.
[ Top ]Elvis Presley Birthplace
Elvis Presley made his first record in Memphis, Tennessee but he made his first appearance in Tupelo, Mississippi. In addition to the home where the King of Rock & Roll was born, there's a museum, chapel and gift shop. For more information, visit http://www.elvispresleybirthplace.com/.
[ Top ]Vicksburg National Military Park
Vicksburg National Military Park commemorates the Battle of Vicksburg, which led to the North gaining control of the Mississippi River. Highlights of the battlefield include more than 1,300 monuments, a restored Union gunboat, and a National Cemetery. For more information, visit http://www.nps.gov/vick/.
[ Top ]Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
Discover a 100,000-gallon aquarium and a 1,700-square foot greenhouse that house a wide array of reptiles, amphibians and plants at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson. Nearly three miles of walking trails allow for your enjoyment of the great outdoors. For more information, visit http://www.mdwfp.com/museum/.
[ Top ]Delta Blues Museum
If you're a fan of the blues or even if you're just singing the blues, Clarksdale, Mississippi is the place for you. That's where you'll find the Delta Blues Museum, which will put a smile on your face real fast with video clips, photographs, slide shows, live music and artifacts like B.B. King's guitar, affectionately known as "Lucille." For more information, visit http://www.deltabluesmuseum.org/.
[ Top ]Biloxi Casinos
Located on Mississippi's Gulf Coast, Biloxi's casinos are not the only game in town but the most exciting. Whatever your interests, from slot machines to table games, there's a casino for you, including Isle of Capri Casino & Resort, New Palace Casino Resort, Beau Rivage Resort & Casino and Grand Casino Biloxi. For more information, visit http://www.biloxicasinos.com/.
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