24 Hours in JXN
Only here for a hot minute? Worry not. There’s plenty you can pack into a one-day Jackson itinerary.
Start the Day the Right Way
We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and here, it’s also a great way to experience one of the oldest and most beloved institutions in Jackson – Brent’s Drugs. Opened in 1946 as a pharmacy and soda fountain, Brent’s offers a classic diner breakfast. Dive into eggs your way, breakfast potatoes, or a satisfying fried chicken biscuit. Raise a glass of Brent’s Remedy Blend by locally-roasted Northshore Coffee.
Also worth checking out: Cups
![a colorful and captivating gallery at the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum](https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/MS-Civil-Rights-Museum-exhibit.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=58f30f8779389a9de7ae2223471d19d5 320w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/MS-Civil-Rights-Museum-exhibit.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=b96ccc2742435a7a5e0f0dc1397fd6d5 540w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/MS-Civil-Rights-Museum-exhibit.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=7d741d5739e3683269b33b43694e404b 768w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/MS-Civil-Rights-Museum-exhibit.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=45326f6c5fe00dd09895b8bbedc5d715 1024w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/MS-Civil-Rights-Museum-exhibit.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=90ec2daac1f952d721834eab79af78df 1200w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/MS-Civil-Rights-Museum-exhibit.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=0b1c82781e0beb6ed4a373b5627bcbd8 1440w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/MS-Civil-Rights-Museum-exhibit.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=37957ab3de9785dc406bc9feae5d3574 1920w)
Soulful Culture and History
Through our state-of-the-art museums, learning becomes entertainment. The acclaimed Two Mississippi Museums - The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum and the Museum of Mississippi History - impeccably tells the story of our state as a whole and how Mississippi was center stage during the Civil Rights movement.
Jackson is known for our thriving arts scene and rich literary history. See both firsthand at the Mississippi Museum of Art and the Eudora Welty House & Garden. At MMA, you’ll engage with Mississippi artists of all mediums. At the Welty House, hear the story of Jackson native and lifelong resident, Eudora Welty, who rose to literary fame while drawing inspiration from her hometown.
![A poboy sandwich is shown with tomatoes, lettuce and shrimp on bread.](https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Hal-Mals-Poboy.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=3c6845324a7ba8211e193dc95a9cd6b7 320w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Hal-Mals-Poboy.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=c74265fe9b0b593818c17a8d7943e379 540w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Hal-Mals-Poboy.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=6d6a9e5b05c9dfbd2dd35884b98ee813 768w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Hal-Mals-Poboy.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=be1205c5eb261836038175bc750eb57a 1024w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Hal-Mals-Poboy.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=15cf3168c85912a826cb1f28d91460b1 1200w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Hal-Mals-Poboy.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=06201e59d1e72e1bf708d2cb178fca9c 1440w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Hal-Mals-Poboy.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=23749f36f90b7fa5ac92a882023cbc4d 1920w)
Lunch with Local Flavor
Hal & Mal’s is a Jackson staple. Opened in 1985 by brothers Hal and Malcolm White, this family-owned and operated establishment is known for tasty food, live music, and some of the nicest people you’ll meet. For lunch, you can’t miss their classic gumbo or red beans and rice.
Also worth checking out: Bully’s, CS’s
![Colorful building int he background, cars parked on the street in the foreground](https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Fondren-06726.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=3380b49ffccb7e9f94810e0d168b69cf 320w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Fondren-06726.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=fece0c84a9b06b70168e324d379c6e73 540w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Fondren-06726.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=a968919c4ce71fa366ab309fa908a7de 768w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/Fondren-06726.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=a9fcd7220109481777ed786ed3c4d2af 1024w)
See why Fondren is Funky
Afternoons are for strolling, and Jackson’s Fondren neighborhood is one of the best spots for wandering. In Jackson’s beloved arts district, you’ll find a throng of locally-owned galleries, restaurants, shops, and more. Don’t miss Treehouse Boutique for women’s apparel, End of All Music for a top-notch selection of vinyl, Swell-O-Phonic for sneaks, skates and cheeky tees, and Interiors Market, Hunt the Shop or Holland & Williams Home for unique home goods and gifts. And, don’t forget to check out the plethora of public art in the neighborhood!
Fondren: Start at 2906 North State Street | finditinfondren.com
![A plate of food - fish, potatoes and green beans](https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/walkers_redfish.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=98cd476e72b19f533060f2c6a5661856 320w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/walkers_redfish.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=6f3e178d88173fe5dcfc7d24c4af882c 540w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/walkers_redfish.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=7a12fb727f7aae1eaab7916b834c25ed 768w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/walkers_redfish.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=59f8761e6e66d488381c13970bd85722 1024w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/walkers_redfish.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=4e0e99e0199d3f53a17d6434ba7f9a6b 1200w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/walkers_redfish.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=763ac0937d88652f3d401324c4906195 1440w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/walkers_redfish.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=4bd957f332715d10f4b7c1cb164b311f 1920w)
Enjoy a Leisurely Meal at Walker’s Drive In
Once you’ve sauntered to your heart’s content, treat yourself to dinner at Walker’s Drive-In. With James Beard Award semi-finalist Chef Derek Emerson leading the way, you won’t be disappointed. Try the restaurant’s classic dish, Redfish Anna, a delicious glass of wine, and finish it off with a fluffy helping of tiramisu or fried pie. 3016 North State Street, Fondren | walkersdrivein.com
Also worth checking out: Mayflower Café, BRAVO!
![A cocktail is shown with a menu in the background](https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/librarylounge1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=96028af2e43b05c81a6185034b74f26a 320w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/librarylounge1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=6d5a862bda7b8e5640e52e58402fbe9d 540w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/librarylounge1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=88f78debe6c2e8714f73400bb5356959 768w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/librarylounge1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=bdfde90d7ebd1f4002e6c007627bd2ad 1024w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/librarylounge1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=5763d7629d72cca66c4d15e1d5cc4920 1200w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/librarylounge1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=24224318ca53168de99d34449b243a4a 1440w, https://visit-jackson.imgix.net/images/librarylounge1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=73c480131eaf5d36a8ad36f5c1df9b03 1920w)
Time for a Nightcap!
Raise a glass to the literary legacy you learned about with The Library Lounge’s Eudora Welty cocktail, made with Cathead vodka, cucumber, Dr. Brown’s Cel-Ray Soda, and ginger liqueur. Located at the historic Fairview Inn, The Library Lounge’s atmosphere is as delightful as the cocktails.
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