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Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

Tourist attraction

4.7(1456 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 8 AM
Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

About

Museum in a park with outdoor features. Indoor/outdoor natural science museum in a state park with an aquarium, greenhouse, exhibits & more.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Mississippi Museum of Natural Science:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    2148 Riverside Dr, Jackson, MS 39202
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    Phone
    (601) 576-6000
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    Hours
    Monday:8 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:8 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:8 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:8 AM–5 PM
    Friday:8 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:1–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Live performances: Has live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot
  • On-site parking: On-site parking

Nearby

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