Activities and events in Vicksburg, Mississippi are the focus of this category. Appropriate topics may include local historical sites, museums, art galleries, libraries, theaters, cinemas, and opera houses, as well as events such as concerts, fairs, and celebrations, sports and recreational programs, facilities, and teams.
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A collaborative effort between the Vicksburg Foundation for Historic Preservation and the Biedenharn family, the original bottlers of Coca-Cola, the museum features a variety of exhibits commemorating the origins of Coca-Cola, the history of the Biedenharn family, the process used in bottling the product, a reproduction of some of the equipment used, advertising memorabilia, and others.
http://www.biedenharncoca-colamuseum.com/
Lower Mississippi River Museum
Located on Washington Street in Vicksburg, Mississippi, the museum highlights the Mississippi IV, the fourth Corps vessel to bear that name, and the first to use diesel power. A history of the vessel, touring information, and an overview of museum exhibits, themed tours, and activities are included.
http://www.lmrm.org/
The old Warren County Court House, constructed in 1858, is operated by the Vicksburg and Warren County Historical Society, featuring Confederate flags, the tie worn by President Jefferson Davis at his inauguration, portraits, china, silver, and antique furniture, as well as Indian and pioneer implements, an original Teddy Bear, and other items and exhibits.
http://www.oldcourthouse.org/
The children’s museum is operated by the Human Sciences Auxiliary Council, and focuses on serving families with children in preschool to the second grade in Vicksburg, Warren County, and the surrounding communities. Its location, hours of operation, exhibits, and educational programs are featured, along with a promotional video.
http://www.pif722.com/
The USS Cairo was one of seven ironclad gunboats that were named for towns along the upper Mississippi and Ohio rivers, and put into use during the American Civil War. The Union gunboat is on display in Vicksburg, Mississippi, and maintained by the National Park Service. Basic information, directions, and a calendar of events are put forth.
https://www.nps.gov/vick/u-s-s-cairo-gunboat.htm
Vicksburg National Military Park
Maintained and operated by the National Park Service, the Vicksburg National Military Park includes the USS Cairo Ironclad Gunboat and Museum and Vicksburg National Cemetery, both of which are highlighted here, along with park tour options, and historical information about the commanders and troops that took part in the Siege of Vicksburg and other military operations in the area during the Civil War.
https://www.nps.gov/vick/
Incorporated in 1936, the Vicksburg Theatre Guild is the oldest chartered community theater in Mississippi. Membership information, a seating plan, ticket sales, a season schedule, audition schedules, and advertising information are offered, and past season productions are highlighted.
http://vicksburgtheatreguild.com/
Warren County-Vicksburg Public Library
Founded in 1916, the Vicksburg, Mississippi library was one of several established through funding by Andrew Carnegie. Originally including a separate facility for African-American citizens, the two were combined in the 1970s. Its history, location, hours of operation, calendar of events, and an online catalog are featured.
http://www.warren.lib.ms.us/
