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Introduction to Vicksburg, Mississippi
Vicksburg, Mississippi, in Warren county, is located 40 miles W of Jackson, Mississippi (center to center) and is 172 miles N of New Orleans, Louisiana. The city has a population of 26,407.
Vicksburg History
Vicksburg was originally inhabited by the Natchez Native Americans. It became a part of the Choctaw Nation after the Natchez War, and was occupied by the Choctaw Native Americans. The first permanent settlements were made in the area by the French. The Spaniards established a military outpost in the area in 1790. Vicksburg was officially incorporated in 1825 and was named after a Methodist minister named Newitt Vick.
Vicksburg and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Vicksburg
Vicksburg is home to several museums including the Vicksburg Battlefield Museum, Jacqueline House Museum, Yesterday's Children Antique Doll and Toy Museum, and Old Court House Museum. The Bunton Temple Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Crawford Street United Methodist Church, and Bowmar Avenue Baptist Church are some of the local churches. Facilities for fishing and boating are provided by the McNutt Lake and Brown Lake. Vicksburg also hosts the Fall Festival and Riverfest every year.
Vicksburg Transportation
Air transportation facilities are offered by the Jackson International Airport.
Vicksburg Higher Education
For higher education, one can enroll in the Hinds Community College, Alcorn State University, or Mississippi College.
Vicksburg strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Mississippi):
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| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 19% | ![]() |
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Illinois State Memorial and Shirley House between 1910 and 1920
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