Mississippi State Capitol

Designated as a Mississippi Landmark in 1986 and a National Historic Landmark in 2016, the Mississippi State Capitol has been the seat of the state’s government since 1903.  The National Park Service describes the building as “…an exceptional example of t ...

HoursThe Capitol is open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.  It is closed weekends. Holiday ClosingsThe Capitol is closed on the following federal holidays:  New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving, and Christ ...

8 a.m.- 5 p.m. | Monday - Friday | 601-359-3114 | tours@house.ms.gov Tours Guided tours are conducted free of charge by staff and volunteers. Tours are given Monday - Friday at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and​ 2:30 p.m., or visitors are welcome ...

If your civic club, church, or other community club or organization is located in the Metro Jackson area, and you’re interested in scheduling a presentation for your group, we’ll bring the Capitol to you. For the presentation, the speaker will play our v ...

Experience the Mississippi State Capitol: A National Historic Landmark This virtual tour, Experience the Mississippi State Capitol: A National Historic Landmark, is an approximate 30-minute video highlighting the building’s architecture, history, and p ...

Activities for Students and Teachers: Virtual Tour: Experience the Mississippi State Capitol: A National Historic Landmark This virtual tour, Experience the Mississippi State Capitol: A National Historic Landmark, is an approximate 30-minute vide ...

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Monday – Friday | (601) 359-4086 | capitolgiftshop@house.ms.gov   Visit the Capitol Gift Shop to find Mississippi-inspired gifts and keepsakes. You’ll find those fun items many collect as they visit each state to those specially craft ...

Parking/Entering BuildingThe Mississippi State Capitol is located on High Street between President and West streets in downtown Jackson. The building’s address is 400 High Street, Jackson, Mississippi, 39201.  (High Street is at the back of the Capitol; M ...

During legislative sessions, visitors may view the Senate and House of Representatives from their respective galleries. Public galleries are accessible from the fourth floor of the Capitol. Visitors are asked to silence any electronic devices while in the ...

Volunteer at the Mississippi State Capitol – A wonderful way to serve as a Mississippi ambassador! Capitol volunteers welcome and provide information to guests who are visiting from Mississippi, other states, and around the world.  Hospitality is of utmo ...

We are no longer accepting applicants for the 2025 Spring Semester. If you are wanting to apply, please send an email with your resume clarifying if you are applying for 2025 Summer or 2025 Fall Semesters. For questions about application deadlines, please ...