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Head down to Vicksburg and bring your gal pals and buddies for a flashback to American history, lots of outdoor recreation, an exciting culinary scene, and four riverside casinos. Check out their seafood, Southern specialties, and farm-to-table cuisine. Stop in their local art galleries and meet the artists who create incredible works from paintings to folk art. There is a lot to love in this historic Southern town.<\/p>\n

The Battlegrounds of the Civil War <\/strong><\/p>\n

During the great American Civil War in 1863, President Abraham Lincoln said, \u201cVicksburg is the key. The war can never be brought to a close until that key is in our pocket.\u201d Turns out, he was right.<\/p>\n

Strategically located on the Yazoo and Mississippi Rivers,\u00a0Vicksburg<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>is forever identified with this great Civil War Battle, known as the \u201cSiege of Vicksburg.\u201d The 1863 battle lasted 47 days and turned the tide of the war for the North, when General Pemberton surrendered on July 4. The name remains with Vicksburg today as the \u201cKey City.\u201d<\/p>\n

The highlight is the beautiful and serene \u00a0Vicksburg National Military Park<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>which serves as a memorial park to those who fought on both sides of the Civil War. \u00a0Opened in 1899, the park features more than 1,300 monuments and memorial markers. \u00a0The largest memorial comes from Illinois which sent more than 33,000 troops to fight the war. The impressive Illinois memorial has 47 steps to the top, commemorating the 47 days of the siege.<\/p>\n

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Illinois has the most impressive monument in the park.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The park came about when a group of veterans from both sides staged a reunion in 1917. \u201cIt was from this reunion that the idea of a more permanent memorial of the Civil War was created,\u201d said Andrew Miller, lead ranger told us. \u201cThe park was designed as a reconciliation of the North and South,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Open every day, visitors can arrange for private tour of the park by licensed guides to tell them about the park\u2019s history. Come early as the park is filled with walkers, joggers, and bicyclists who enjoy crossing the park\u2019s many hills and valleys. Or, you could join them.<\/p>\n

Start at the Visitor\u2019s Center to watch the movie, \u201cHere Brothers Fought\u201d about the battle and get a better understanding of the Civil War in general. I recommend downloading the VNMP app to help you get around and follow the map for the markers.<\/p>\n

My favorite statue in the park is the \u201cAfrican American Monument\u201d designed by Dr. J. Kim Sessums, installed in 2004. It features two African American men as Union soldiers and a farmhand whose freedom they sought. The freed man is looking towards the future.<\/p>\n

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The African American Monument. Photo by Mira Temkin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A great way to tour the antebellum homes and historic buildings is with Bertram and Carol Hayes Davis of\u00a0Vicksburg Old Town Tour<\/strong><\/a>s<\/u><\/strong>. Bertram is actually the great-grandson of Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederacy and his tour gives you special insight into his own family as well as the South. You\u2019ll see magnificent Tiffany Stained Glass Windows, admire JD\u2019s rocking chair and visit Duff Green Mansion, and more.<\/p>\n

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Rocking chair belonging to Jefferson Davis.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The new kid on the block is the Mulberry Hotel<\/strong><\/a>, which offers a combination of hotel, air B&B and residences. Incorporating its French heritage with contemporary amenities, the hotel features a great pool, fitness center and bistro. \u00a0Take a walk outside to see the\u00a032-pictorial murals<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0alongside the riverfront, created by Robert Dafford that tell of Vicksburg\u2019s history.<\/p>\n

Favorite Dines<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vicksburg is somewhat of a foodie town. Try\u00a0Main Street Market Caf\u00e9<\/strong><\/a>, open for lunch Monday \u2013 Friday from 11 \u2013 2. This is fresh food like you can only imagine with made-from-scratch quiches, soups and pies. Try Betty\u2019s Biscuits, Gumbo and Chocolate Chunky Pecan Pie.<\/p>\n

Relish Bistro<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0in downtown Vicksburg has been voted one of the city\u2019s best Italian restaurants. Owned by brothers James and Jason Penley, recommended dishes include Maple Brussel Sprouts and house-made pastas.<\/p>\n

Get your fill of \u201ceating Southern\u201d at the\u00a0Walnut Hills Restaurant<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0known for their authentic, world-famous Southern Plantation cuisine. Blue plate specials include meat and three veggies. Try their mashed sweet potatoes or Southern Grits. Top it all off with Coconut Pie.<\/p>\n

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Southern cuisine with all the trimmin’s. Photo by Mira Temkin.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Located in historic downtown Vicksburg,\u00a010 South Rooftop Bar & Grill<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is a relaxed casual restaurant and bar with exquisite rooftop views of the rivers and Mississippi\/Louisana shoreline. Loved the Fried Green Tomatoes and burgers.<\/p>\n

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Fried Green Tomatoes are crisp and delicious. Photo by Mira Temkin.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Take a walk downtown and visit the art galleries like H.C. Porter\u2019s Gallery<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0that feature colorful portraits of Southern musicians. Check out the\u00a0Attic Gallery<\/strong><\/a> with countless treasures of Southern folk art from curator Leslie Silver. The Jackson Street Gallery at the\u00a0<\/strong>Mulberry features an extensive variety of art by Mississippi\u2019s finest artists under the direction of Paula Jackson.<\/p>\n

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Southern musicians by H.C. Porter.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Attic is filled with treasures in historic downtown Vicksburg.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While you\u2019re downtown, stop in at the\u00a0Vicksburg Civil War Museum<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>and peruse the millions of Civil War artifacts from the collection of Charles Pendleton. Check out the rifles, ammunition, uniforms, dioramas and more that tell the story of the American Civil War.<\/p>\n

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Be sure to stop at the two Vicksburg Bridges that cross the Mississippi into Louisiana for exquisite views. One bridge is used for vehicles, the other for rail. Then, head down the road and enjoy the four Vicksburg casinos. For more information, go to\u00a0visitvicksburg.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Two bridges cross into Louisiana. Photo by Mira Temkin.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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