Things To Do For Active Kids Near Me in Jackson, MS

Looking for an incredible city, with soul, culture, history, and of course, amazingly fun things to do with kids? Then Jackson - the mighty capitol of Mississippi - might be for you!

Jackson is a city with personality, and gives kids a range of incredible things to see. There are museums galore where the kids can learn all about amazing things, like the Mississippi Museum of Art, the Museum of Natural Science and the very hands-on Mississippi Children’s Museum.  Great family Mississippi fun!

Kids can even delve deep into Civil War history at the Old Capitol Museum, and visit the new home for the state at the State Capitol Building.

Want to journey back 36 million years? (No, we don’t mean in a time machine). The Petrified Forest is an amazing feat of nature where kids can experience a unique natural wonder. Great for those outdoor loving families!

Kids into sports? Then they might love the Sports Hall of Fame, with great exhibits on their favorite sporting stars! Touch down! And of course, kids who love animals can’t miss Jackson Zoo - adults, you will love it too!

A great city for great families!