JXN Blog

Jackson's music and museums, festivals and events, art and artists, and chefs and restaurants have plenty to say about a city on the move.

New and Notable: JXN Dines

Exciting news for food lovers in Jackson, Mississippi! Check out these new and notable dining spots that are sure to satisfy your cravings.

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Shop Like a Local: Your Guide to Jackson's Boutiques & Markets

In every stretch of the capital city, shopkeepers are cultivating commerce and creativity with their wares.

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No Teenage Wasteland Here: Young Adult Favorites in JXN

School’s out, and bored teens are back. Here are some of our favorite picks to get them off the couch, out the door, and having fun this summer.

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Painting the Town: Public Art in Jackson

Welcome to the vibrant city of Jackson, where art comes alive on every corner!

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Plan the Perfect Saturday in Jackson

Are you looking forward to a leisurely Saturday morning in Jackson? This itinerary will effortlessly help you plan and make the most of it.

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Museum Trail Features State’s Longest Mural

The Gavin Bird painted mural spans 478 feet along the Museum Trail near Belhaven Heights Park.

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Cool Off, Explore Jackson

Let’s face it: summers in Mississippi can be – swampy. We’ve compiled a list of spots to help you cool off and stay dry.

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Top Wedding Venues in Jackson

Jackson offers an array of stunning wedding venues that marry Southern charm with timeless elegance.

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Let’s Go Girls: Ladies’ Getaway In JXN

From indulging in spa treatments and invigorating yoga sessions to top shopping and dining experiences that rival any large city, Jackson has everything you need for a short getaway with the girls.

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Soul Sessions Podcast: Pam Junior & Juneteenth 2023

Today on Soul Sessions, we'll revisit a conversation I had last summer with Two Mississippi Museums director Pamela D.C. Junior to learn more of about the significance of Juneteenth - plus get…

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City Now Offers TSA Precheck

The City of Jackson Department of the Municipal Clerk will offer the service Monday through Friday.

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Celebrate National Donut Day!

Doughy, glazed perfection: ah, the delicious simplicity of the donut! Jackson has a handful of shops that celebrate this hole-y day.

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Pride in the City With Soul: Jason McCarty

A native of the Jackson suburbs, Jason McCarty never envisioned himself being a professional Jacksonian.

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Soul Sessions Podcast: Mona Nicholas & USAIBC

Today on Soul Sessions, we hear from USAIBC Executive Director, Mona Nicholas, who's joining us to talk about the two-week ballet competition, held here every four years in the City With Soul.

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