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Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center, Jackson, MS

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Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center

Jackson museum that preserves and shares African American history and culture through exhibits and programs.

500 Bloom Street, Jackson, MS · Jackson, MS

About Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center

The museum sits near the Mississippi State Capitol and within walking distance of several downtown Jackson attractions. Its exhibits use art, artifacts, and photography to show the work, daily life, and creative contributions of Black Mississippians. Permanent displays cover topics such as the Civil Rights Movement, Black doctors and scholars, and the Historic Farish Street District. The building was once Smith Robertson Elementary School, which served African American students in Hinds County, and it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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  • #civil rights
  • #Jackson
  • #Mississippi
  • #former school

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