During the Civil War Vicksburg, part of which lies just above the Mississippi, was a thorn in the flesh of the Union forces, since from there the Confederates controlled shipping on the river. After several unsuccessful attempts to take the town Union troops commanded by General Grant finally captured it in 1863 after a 47-day siege; its fall was one of the bitterest defeats of the Confederates. These events are commemorated in the Vicksburg National Military Park and Cemetery, with the Union gunboat "Cairo" which sank in 1862, and in a museum in the Old Court House. Other features of interest in the town are a number of handsome antebellum houses and the Biedenham Candy Company and Museum of Coca Cola Memorabilia, a restored candy shop where the famous pop was first bottled in 1894.
Vicksburg (pop. 26,000) is located in Warren County in western Mississippi.
At the site of the Battle of Vicksburg is the Vicksburg National Military Park. It is home to the Vicksburg Cemetery, along with hundreds of monuments and markers, and reconstructed trenches.
The Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum is located in a restored 19th C candy store and soda fountain in Vicksburg. It is the location where the first bottle of Coca-Cola was produced in 1894. The museum displays old bottles and bottling equipment, as well as information on Joseph Biedenharn, the man who popularized Coca-Cola.
Hours:
9am-5pm; Sun:1:30pm-4:30pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Easter - Christian
Located along the banks of the Mississippi River in Vicksburg, Cedar Grove mansion was built in the mid 1800s. It sustained some damage during the Civil War and a cannon ball still remains in the parlor wall. The house displays a number of antiques and period furnishings.
The grounds cover 4 acres with gardens, fountains, and gazebos.
Address: Cedar Grove, 2200 Oak Street, Vicksburg, MS 39180, United States
Phone: 1 (601) 636-1000, Fax: 1 (601) 634-6126
Facilities: On-site accomodations, Restaurant or food service
The Duff Green Mansion in Vicksburg was built in 1856 and served as a hospital during the Civil War. Today the mansion is a bed and breakfast but offers tours to the public. Of particular interest is a 1730 chandelier. The mansion is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Address: Duff Green Mansion, 1114 First East Street, Vicksburg, MS 39183, United States
Phone: 1 (601) 636-6968, Fax: 1 (601) 661-0079
Hours:
12pm-5pm
Facilities: On-site accomodations, Restaurant or food service
Great Animals Adventure is housed in an 1888 stables building in Vicksburg and is dedicated to Dr. Bill Lindley's collection of veterinary artifacts. The contributions that animals make and have made to improve the lives of humans is highlighted through hands-on exhibits.
This Greek Revival mansion in Vicksburg was built in 1830 for Martha Vick, daughter of Newitt Vick, the town's founder. The house is furnished with late 18th C and early 19th C antiques.
Hours:
9am-5pm; Sun:1pm-5pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
The McRaven Mansion in Vicksburg was constructed in three parts. The original brick portion was built in 1797, the second section was completed in 1836, and the final segment was built in 1849. The last section gave the mansion the overall appearance of Greek Revival.
The mansion has been restored and displays antique furniture, tools, period art, and Civil War artifacts.
Read More
Vicksburg National Military Park
Read More
Read Less
Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg
Vicksburg National Cemetery, Vicksburg
Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg
Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg
Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg
Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg
Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg
