Mississippi
spring Vacations & Unique Travel Spots
Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum in Jackson, MS offers a fun and educational outing for sports fans of all
ages. From Dizzy Dean to Archie Manning, read about the outstanding contributions Mississippians have made to football,
basketball, baseball, swimming, golf, and many other sports.
Location: Jackson, MS
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Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site
The Confederate victory at Brices Cross Roads was a significant victory for Major General Nathan Bedford Forrest, but its
long term effect on the war proved costly for the Confederates. Brices Cross Roads is an excellent example of winning the
battle, but losing the war.
Location: Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site is located 6 miles west of Baldwyn, Mississippi and U.S. Highway 45.
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Mississippi Petrified Forest
Take an unforgettable journey back in time... 36 million years to an ancient log jam deposited by a river from halfway
across our young continent. You'll enjoy the many points of interest along the six block long shady paved trail. From
there you'll enter our Earth Science Museum where you can browse among the most outstanding collection of fossils,
petrified wood, and minerals from nature. Playing in the water, finding a gem. That's what "fluming" is. Start with a bag
of "mine muck", the real term for rocks out of the mines. Wash and screen it, watch for real gems - you keep what you
find. Be sure to visit our gift shop where you can take a piece of petrified wood home to remember your journey through
time.
Location: Located 45 minutes from Vicksburg and Jackson. Flora, MS
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Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
The Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, one of America's top 50 children's museums, expands a child's world by encouraging
shared learning. Exhibits include: Take the challenge and walk in another child's shoes in What It's Like To Be Me,
an exhibit about understanding differences and disabilities. Through the Sea Climb High as You Reach for the Sky...
Words can't describe this unique two story climbing "sculpture. Celebrate The World We Share -The LMDC Jet is
boarding for Mexico. Don't forget your passport! Ole' Amigos! and many more.
Location: 246 Dolan Avenue, Gulfport, MS
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Gulf Islands
Island beaches, sparkling waters, bayous, historic forts and recreational opportunities are plentiful in Gulf Islands
National Seashore, the nation's largest. Open year-round, the Seashore is in Mississippi and Florida. Gentle breezes,
tides and hurricanes constantly reshape this dynamic landscape. Island camping, cast netting, fishing, picnicking,
boating, birding, swimming, hiking, attending a ranger guided program in Mississippi or Florida, exploring the historic
forts and walking on the beach are popular activities.
Location: Gulf Islands National Seashore is in Florida and Mississippi and both districts are south of Interstate 10.
In Mississippi use Exit 57 or 50 to US Highway 90 to Ocean Springs.
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