African-American heritage museum
Neighborhood: Downtown
Phone: +1 601 960 1457
Fax: +1 601 960 2070
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This museum in the heart of Jackson's historic black community offers exhibits, documents and artifacts that represent the African-American experience in Mississippi, with a special attention paid to the Farish Street Historical District. Housed in the first public school for African-American children in Jackson, this facility is a treasure of cultural study and research. Displays highlight the contributions of Southern blacks to all facets of life. The cultural center sponsors regular workshops and annual events, such as the yearly Festival of Christmas Trees each December. Gift shop on premises.
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