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USA - Mississippi - Jackson

Location Overview

Jackson is the capital of Mississippi and named after Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the U.S. Jackson is situated within the Mississippi Freedom Trail and replete with fascinating historic sites and museums, detailing the city's pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. Known as "The City with Soul," Jackson is a popular hub for a variety of music genres, including jazz, gospel, and blues music. Highlights include the Jackson Zoo, the Mississippi Museum of Art, and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum.