Jackson, MS

Russell C. Davis Planetarium
DESCRIPTION: Ranks as the largest in the Southeast and includes the Ronald E. McNair Space Theater; houses a wraparound screen that displays star shows, laser shows, exhibits on space transportation, filming in space, deep-sky wonders and Mega-HD films; a life-sized oil painting of Dr. Ronald E. McNair, graces the lobby; the lobby also contains a gift counter; shows daily except holidays

DAYS & HOURS: Noon Mon-Fri, 2p Mon–Sat, 4p Sat

ADMISSION: Sky Show $5.50 Adults, $4.50 Seniors, $3 Children

ADDRESS: 201 East Pascagoula Street  MAP

PHONE: 601-960-1550

WEBSITE: http://thedavisplanetarium.com

Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum
DESCRIPTION: Mississippi's two most important industries is traced inside the 40,000 square foot facility; a farm restoration and the crossroads town offer living historical examples of life in rural Mississippi during the 1920's; souvenirs available in the General Store; there is a free annual pumpkin picking

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 9a-5p, Tours last 1.5 hours

ADMISSION: Adults $5, Children 5-18 $3, Children 3-4 $1, Seniors $4

ADDRESS: 1150 Lakeland Drive  MAP

PHONE: 601-713-3365

WEBSITE: Link

Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
DESCRIPTION: Mississippi has always been a naturally beautiful state; now where is that more evident than the exciting educational exhibits of the surrounding outdoor environment; exhibits begin with a White-tailed deer exhibit and continue to fossils found in the region; 20 large aquarium homes to over 200 species of native fishes, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates tells an ecological story of rivers, streams, lakes, marshes, and the Mississippi Sound; a must see exhibit is "The Swamp" which is a 1,700 sq. foot greenhouse with a 20,000 gallon aquarium home to alligators, turtles, and fish surrounded by a lush native plant garden; located in a 300 acre natural park

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 8a-5p, Sat 9a- 5p, Sun 1p-5p

ADMISSION: Adults $5, Children 5-18 $3, Children 3-4 $1, Seniors $4

ADDRESS: 2148 Riverside Drive, Le Fleur's Bluff State Park  MAP

PHONE: 601-354-7303

WEBSITE: http://www.mdwfp.com

Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
DESCRIPTION: An array of interactive Sports exhibits for the whole family; access archival footage, statistical data, biographical info and more than 500 interviews with famous Mississippi athletes like Jerry Rice, Brett Favre, Ralph Boston and the incomparable Negro Leagues star, Cool Papa Bell

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-4p

ADMISSION: Adults $5, Students age 6-17 $3.50, Seniors $3.50

ADDRESS: 1152 Lakeland Drive  MAP

PHONE: 601-982-8264

WEBSITE: http://www.msfame.com

Jackson Golf World
DESCRIPTION: In the world of family golfing, this venue has it all; miniature golf park features: golf driving range, miniature golf, 1/4 mile go-cart track, baseball/softball range, professional golf instruction and a pro shop

DAYS & HOURS: 10a-9p daily

ADMISSION: varies by activity

ADDRESS: 5124 North State Street  MAP

PHONE: 601-981-8889

WEBSITE: none

Jackson Zoological Park
DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1919, the zoo has a fine collection of animals with more than 300 animals representing more than 130 species; the latest addition is the Coral Reef exhibit housing 3 separate tanks of species. The touch-tank offers children the chance to actually touch marine life. Discovery Zoo aims to educate children through its entertaining and imaginative hands-on exhibits, such as Turtle Crawl, Ant World, and Create an Animal; if you have toddlers, you must ride the fully restored vintage carousel ($2 per person)

DAYS & HOURS: March 15-Oct 1 Mon-Sun 9a-6p; Oct 1-Mar 14, Mon-Sun 9a-5p

ADMISSION: Adults $5, Seniors $4.50, Age 12-3 $3, Age 2 and under enter Free

ADDRESS: 2918 West Capitol Street, Livingston Park  MAP

PHONE: 601-352-2581

WEBSITE: http://www.jacksonzoo.com

Puppet Arts Theatre
DESCRIPTION: A professional puppet theater company organized in 1967; performances combine art, education and entertainment; the theater tours Mississippi and the Southeast; also performs a special during Black History Month

DAYS & HOURS: varies depending on show

ADMISSION: Children $5; Adults $6

ADDRESS: 1927 Springridge Drive  MAP

PHONE: 601-956-3414

WEBSITE: http://www.mspuppetry.com