Visit Old Capitol Museum

The Old Capitol Museum is one of the best things to do in Mississippi. Whether you're interested in researching Mississippi history, visiting historic sites, preserving history, attending or sponsoring history-themed events, engaging students with history, properly managing government records, or finding opportunities for volunteering, internships, and careers, MDAH can help. From 1839 to 1903, Mississippi's former state capitol building in Jackson served as the State House, until the current capitol building was completed. The limestone structure, designed in the classic Greek Revival style with a copper dome, is a National Historic Landmark.

The Museum Division is in charge of the Mississippi History Museum, the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, the Eudora Welty House & Garden, the Manship House Museum, the Old Capitol Museum, and the historic section of the Mississippi Governor's Mansion in Jackson; the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians in Natchez; Historic Jefferson College in Washington; and Winterville Mounds in Greenville. The building is now open to the public and houses a free museum focusing on government and historical events that occurred here, such as the signing of the Married Women's Property Act in 1839. Tourists interested in learning more about the building's construction, architecture, and restoration can also book guided tours.

Google rating: 4.7/5.0
Address: 100 S. State Street, Jackson, Mississippi
Phone: 6015766850
Website: www.mdah.ms.gov/oldcap