Welcome to the official website of the Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau
Whether you are a visitor, tour operator, travel agent, or meeting planner, this site will help you explore Mississippi’s capital city. You can even find information on Mississippi tourism.
Visit us often to see what’s going on in Jackson. If you need assistance, please e-mail us here or call us at: 1-800-354-7695 or 601-960-1891.
Featured Events
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Jan 19th, 2008 - May 11th, 2008Bone Up On BonesThis new interactive science exhibit takes an inside look at the human skeletal system, the connection between bone health and overall well-being, and how to keep bones healthy and strong throughout one’s lifetime. |
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May 9th, 2008 - May 9th, 2008National Tourism Week Press ConferenceCome to the beautiful Mississippi Museum of Art and enjoy free Starbucks coffee and southern biscuits served by Jackson celebrities at the kick-off of National Tourism Week, 8 until 9:30 am. |
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May 22nd, 2008 - May 22nd, 2008Alamo/Dorothy Moore Blues Marker UnveilingAlamo/Dorothy Moore Blues Marker Unveiling Thursday, May 22nd – 333 North Farish Street 3:00 p.m. |
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Mar 8th, 2008 - Jun 8th, 2008Backyards & Beyond: Mississippians and Their Stories - the first year after KatrinaThis nationally touring art exhibition offers a historic and profound collection of works centering around hurricane Katrina's aftermath by Mississippi artist H.C. Porter. Porter's interactive, multimedia experience includes painted portraits paired with live field recordings, floor installations and video. |
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Jun 23rd, 2008 - Jun 28th, 20082008 Youth World ChampionshipAppaloosa…The Breed of Choice. Celebrate 70 colorful years of the Appaloosa Horse Club by joining us in Jackson, Mississippi for the 2008 Youth World Championship June 23-28. |
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Jun 28th, 2008 - Jul 5th, 2008Appaloosa Horse Club - National ShowCelebrate 70 colorful years of the Appaloosa Horse Club by joining us in Jackson, Mississippi for the National Show June 28-July 5. |
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Feb 26th, 2008 - Dec 31st, 2008City with Soul Children's Art DisplayWitness the work of art students from area schools who were invited to paint 4'x8' murals depicting their interpretation of the City with Soul to call attention to the new $39-million Pinnacle project in the heart of downtown Jackson. |
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Feb 29th, 2008 - Dec 31st, 20082008 Year of the FrogJust how big can an African Bullfrog get, or which South American frog’s secretions are used by some indigenous tribesmen to poison their darts? Soon you’ll be able to find out the answer to those and many other questions when you visit the Jackson Zoo’s new amphibian exhibit, "Year of the Frog." |
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