Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson is a fun indoor museum all about animals, plants, and nature. It has big aquariums, a greenhouse full of live creatures, and dinosaur skeletons to explore.
It is loved for its 100,000-gallon aquarium full of fish, turtles, and even alligators. Families spend hours watching the animals, walking nature trails outside, and learning about Mississippi's wild places.
The Aquarium
A giant tank holds thousands of gallons of water full of native fish and turtles. You can press your nose to the glass and watch them swim right by.
Nature Trails
Outside the museum there are 2.5 miles of easy trails through the woods and by a lake. It is a nice place to spot birds, butterflies, and turtles.
Living Greenhouse
A warm indoor jungle called The Swamp is full of live plants, frogs, and fish. Walking through it feels like exploring a real Mississippi wetland.