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Indoor Exhibits
Explore permanent exhibits including aquariums, wildlife habitats, fossils, and Mississippi's endangered species.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Displays of Mississippi's diverse habitats including a spectacular exhibit of white-tailed deer
- An entire wall of fossil specimens, Zygorhiza, Mosasaurus, and a giant Sloth
- A 100,000-gallon aquarium network housing over 200 living species
- "The Swamp": a 1,700-square foot greenhouse
- “Bird Flight”: a stunning, permanent exhibit created in memory of B.E. Gandy, Museum Director/Curator from 1958–1987. Learn how birds fly, measure your wingspan, and see a murmuration, in this fascinating exhibit.
- The hands-on Preschool Discovery Room features colorful murals and an iconic, giant tree house with a slide! Children ages 3 through pre-kindergarten 5 can climb a tree, play with puppets, visit animal habitats, and listen to wonderful stories.
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Outdoor Features
Experience 2.5 miles of trails offering you opportunities for nature walks, photography, and the study of living things in their environment.
Travel back in time on the Dinosaur Trail. The Dinosaur Trail features six large-scale, 3D dinosaur models, including a Triceratops and Tyrannosaurus Rex.
The LBC is located on the shared campus between MDWFP's MS Museum of Natural Science and the MS Children's Museum.
Temporary Exhibits
Our 2,500-square-foot temporary exhibit area allows the Museum to showcase special exhibits throughout the year. These exciting and unique displays are made possible through the generous support of donors, sponsors, and the Museum Foundation. Plan your next visit around our next special exhibit and other area attractions.
January 18, 2025 - May 4, 2025
Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem solving…
May 24, 2025 – January 4, 2026. Experience an exhibition all about the science in your own backyard!
More Information
The MDWFP Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is located in Jackson, Mississippi, tucked within historic LeFleur's Bluff State Park. On this page, find details relating to getting to and visiting the museum.
Meet over 200 living species in our 100,000-gallon aquarium network and explore 73,000 square feet of permanent and temporary exhibits at MDWFP's Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.