Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

Located in Jackson, Mississippi, the Museum of Natural Science is dedicated to promoting the understanding and appreciation of Mississippi’s biological diversity and to inspire residents and visitors alike to respect the environment and preserve natural Mississippi.

The Museum’s 73,000-square foot building features vast expanses of glass overlooking a 300-acre natural area with 2.5 miles of nature trails and an open-air amphitheater.  Visitors are encouraged to share their time between indoor exhibits and the outdoor environment. 

In the main exhibition hall, a floating Earth and outsized Mississippi maps put the state in context with the rest of the planet. A series of life-size displays gives visitors a comprehensive sense of Mississippi's diverse habitats, along with an understanding of the relationships that exist among the state's land, plants, animals, and people.  The outdoor trails meander through wooded bluffs, river bottoms, lakes, and scenic swamplands, offering opportunities for nature walks, photography, and the study of living things in their environment.

For more details visit their official website.