| What is it? |
It’s the Mississippi State Capitol building! |
| What makes it historical? |
Mississippi’s Beaux Arts capitol building was the third to be built in Jackson after the capital moved here from Columbia in 1822. Designed by Theodore Link, it cost $1 million to construct and got funded by a lawsuit settlement against the Illinois Central Railroad! Since Jackson was a seat of war during the Civil War, the capitol building, in addition to the usual symbols of eagles, blind Justice, and a Liberty Bell replica, still embraces its Confederate history, including a monument to the Women of the Confederacy out front. Originally, all three branches of government were based here, but today, only the Legislative branch and a ceremonial office for the Governor, can be found under its dome! |
| How can I Help the Helpers? |
HERE’S HOW:
- Become a member of the Mississippi Historical Society!
- Donate to the Mississippi Historical Society!
- Be a responsible visitor! Please respect the signs and pathways, and treat all structures and artifacts with respect. They’ve endured a lot to survive into the present. They’ll need our help to make it into the future!
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| Where is this place? |
400 High St.
Jackson, MS 39201
From Greenville: ~115mi (186km) — 2hrs
From Hattiesburg: ~91mi (147km) — 1.6hrs
From Jackson: ~1mi (2km) — 0.1hrs
From Tupelo: ~175mi (282km) — 3hrs |
| When should I go? |
Tours are available on weekdays at 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:30 PM! |
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