Mississippi Civil Rights Museum - Jackson, Mississippi

Chris Voehl

I was captivated, humbled and greatly informed by my visit to the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum. I can’t wait to come back here and bring my daughter. I had the honor and privilege to hear the great civil rights leader Hezekiah Watkins speak at the event that was hosted at the museum, and then to see the events he described with the Freedom Riders laid out so clearly in the museum, along with an excellent timeline of civil rights in the Americas was just amazing.

James Mims

I was pleasantly surprised by how much detail went into the curation of this museum. The chronological flow made the information comprehensible for all age groups. I visited on a Sunday with free entry, but can honestly say that this is one museum that is worth the entry free. I went into this museum thinking that I knew a lot about civil rights, but I left the museum with mixed emotions......anger, frustration, resilience, hope, peace. I feel that the world would be a much better place if everyone was required to visit this museum at least once in their lifetime. I would like to thank all of the key stakeholders for making a museum like this available to the general public for free on Sundays.

Don LeClair

This is an excellent museum. Everything is beautifully presented and is really informative. The subject matter is hard, but everyone should know the stories.
I recommend a short trip through the Museum of Mississippi History first for a broader perspective on the history of the state. One ticket gets you into both museums.

Ryan Smith

In all sincerity - one of the best museum experiences that we have had.

The docents were very helpful and informative.

The exhibits flowed perfectly around a central open area. The short movies were also high quality.

Highly recommended - 2 to 3 hours for this wing alone. Free parking is available within the attached garage (rear of the building).

John

Wow what a resource. I have visited civil rights museums in Birmingham and Montgomery and wondered if I would learn anything new. Turns out in 3 hours I could only make it through half the museum. I will go back again. The displays were very engaging.

The best part was I got to meet Mr. Hezekiah Watkins a member of the Freedom Riders and a champion of civil rights. I am very fortunate for that opportunity.

ACT-54

Excellent museum with entertaining, interactive and highly informative movies. We enjoyed every single one. Also museum is fresh and admittance is inexpensive. Highly recommended to visit, lots of things to see and to experience.

Kekyra Kiner

What a beautiful museum! I spent a Sunday afternoon here back in October ‘23, alone. And in my opinion that’s the best way to actually enjoy the museum- alone! I was able to read and dive deep into everything the museum had to offer. From the landscaping to the amazing art and information within. The staff were amazing and informative! And the greatest part is it’s free on Sundays. Check it out you won’t regret it 🙂 Oh and Happy Black History month!!!!!

Renae SCOTT

Attended on Juneteenth 2024. Went on a tour by Jasmine Holmes, line danced, live music, and drum rolls by the high school band. Great family fun!!