Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum — Attraction in Jackson

This is a museum dedicated to Mississippi's first and oldest traditions agriculture forestry and small town living. Though it may sound boring they honestly have managed to bring a host of interesting exhibits together. Outdoors they have a nature trail and a whole small town from backward in time that they moved to the museum with a long list that have been turned into realistic open attractions such as a general store which is fully stocked and still carries some items in their old packaging as they were back in the day a church a blacksmiths workstation and many other things. They used to have a petting zoo if I recall correctly showing off some of the animal helpers but im not sure if they still do. Inside they have many relics from the bygone age of agriculture such as tractors shacks fully lit planes a small town model complete with working train set and many other things. Right nearby also on pretty much on the same lot is the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame. So if you're in town visiting you can catch two museums. And not to far away have your choice of three different shopping malls and multiple eating places. All in all...

This museum is worth a visit, especially if your with the kids! It has a very interesting intro and explanation of the tools, lifestyles, evolutions of the American Ag & Forestry industry that existed in Mississippi and throughout the south. It has a large... very large, functioning model train collection that has been built to reflect the era of the booming agricultural and forestry industry. That alone will have you and your kids intrigued following the whole model throughout the interior of the main museum building. Interestingly enough the museum has built a full size village next to the museum that one can walk through and actually interact with some of the town buildings such as the "general store" that you can actually walk into and buy items that reflect pieces...

I recently visited the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum and was thoroughly impressed by the engaging exhibits and interactive displays. The museum does an excellent job of showcasing Mississippi’s rich agricultural and forestry heritage, from traditional farming methods to modern sustainable practices. Each exhibit offers a fascinating glimpse into the state's natural resources and the hardworking individuals who have shaped its landscape. I particularly enjoyed the hands-on displays that allowed visitors to learn about crop cultivation, livestock, and forestry management in a fun and educational way. The knowledgeable staff were more than happy to answer questions and share interesting insights about the...