Vicksburg Attractions
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.
Vicksburg (pop. 26,000) is located in Warren County in western Mississippi.
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Vicksburg National Military Park
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.
Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum
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
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 13:30 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 16:30 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Cedar Grove
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.
The grounds cover 4 acres with gardens, fountains, and gazebos.
Cedar Grove
2200 Oak Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
United States
2200 Oak Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
United States
Phone 1 (601) 636-1000
Fax 1 (601) 634-6126
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On-site accomodations
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Duff Green Mansion
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.
Duff Green Mansion
1114 First East Street
Vicksburg, MS 39183
United States
1114 First East Street
Vicksburg, MS 39183
United States
Phone 1 (601) 636-6968
Fax 1 (601) 661-0079
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Facilities
On-site accomodations
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Gray and Blue Naval Museum
The Gray and Blue Naval Museum in Vicksburg features model ships, paintings, artifacts, and information relating to the Civil War.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Great Animal Adventures Children's Museum
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.
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Gift shop
Martha Vick House
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.
McRaven
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.
The mansion has been restored and displays antique furniture, tools, period art, and Civil War artifacts.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Old Courthouse Museum
The Courthouse in Vicksburg was built in 1858 by slaves. The building is now a museum featuring original iron grillwork and southern antebellum items.
