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Suggested Tour
Shlenker House - Cherry Street Cottages (circa 1907 & 1890)
This home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designed in the Prairie style. It was built by D.J. Shlenker, a prominent Jewish businessman. This home includes stained glass windows and a fine collection of southern artists.
Vicksburg Riverfront Murals
A history of Vicksburg in Murals by renowned muralist, Robert Dafford. Life-like murals grace the waterfront wall; enjoy a peek into Old Historic Downtown Vicksburg, the Steamboat Era, the Great Bear Hunt with President "Teddy" Roosevelt, African American History and many more.
The Attic Gallery
An experience like no other awaits you at the Attic Gallery. This gallery displays a variety of southern artists' work with a hint of spice guaranteed to get your creative juices flowing and add flair to any environment.
Margaret's Grocery
Margaret's Grocery has huge towers of pink, white and yellow masonry surrounding the original store building. The structure is the work of the Reverend H.D. Dennis, Margaret's husband, who promised her years ago, "If you marry me, I'll turn your store into a palace." This ever-growing folk art structure, which stretches more than 100 feet along Highway 61, is filled with folk art displays.
Lunch
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church (circa 1869)
This church has been a place of spiritual refreshment to Vicksburg for many years. Holy Trinity is listed on the National Register of Historic places and of the eleven Tiffany windows in Mississippi it contains six.
Stained Glass Manor (circa 1902-1908*)
The last major Vick home in Vicksburg and possibly the finest example of Mission-style architecture in Mississippi; this home is listed on the National Register of Historic places. 38 Stained glass windows and thousands of feet of rich woodwork dazzle you on your visit of this home.
Vicksburg National Military Park
This National Park displays magnificent works of sculpture dedicated to the bravery of the men who fought throughout this historic battle and siege; considered to be the art park of the world.
Enjoy shopping in historic downtown Vicksburg, Pemberton Square Mall or at the Vicksburg Factory Outlets.
Dinner
Evening excitement can be found at Vicksburg's four casinos: Ameristar Casino, Horizon Casino, Isle of Capri Casino and Rainbow Casino. Enjoy a carriage ride in downtown Vicksburg, a walking ghost tour or a sunset cruise on the Mississippi River aboard the Sweet Olive.
Special events information is available on the Calendar of Events page. Be sure not to miss "Gold in the Hills," the longest playing melodrama in the country, Vicksburg's Pilgrimage Tour of Homes, "Riverfest," a musical celebration on the streets of historic downtown Vicksburg, Vicksburg's International Chamber Music Festival, 4th of July Extravaganza, Juneteenth Heritage Celebration, Civil War Living History, Mardi Gras Ball and Parade, Christmas Confederate Ball and much more.
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