Join us Saturday, December 6, 13, 20, and 27, 11am-4pm for activities for all ages: Check out our model train layout where volunteers will operate the train, chat about the layout, and even teach you to operate the controls! Make a beaded decoration/ornament or color a picture to take home after visiting the model train! Take a stroll or drive through Christmas Card Lane. We can’t wait to see you!
Join us Saturday, December 6, 13, 20, and 27, 11am-4pm for activities for all ages: Check out our model train layout where volunteers will operate the train, chat about the layout, and even teach you to operate the controls! Make a beaded decoration/ornament or color a picture to take home after visiting the model train! Take a stroll or drive through Christmas Card Lane. We can’t wait to see you!
Join us for History on Ice: A Cool Archaeology Experiment! Step into the role of an archaeologist as you use tools to dig into real ice blocks with hidden objects frozen inside. Come see what you’ll discover! We will be located on West Prairie Street, between Gilbert & Ivy and Getty’s Barbershop.
Vicksburg Historical Society Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:15pm at the Depot Museum. Meetings are open to the public.
Vicksburg Historical Society Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:15pm at the Depot Museum. Meetings are open to the public.
Enjoy refreshments, hear updates about the Vicksburg Historical Society from board members. Then sit back and join in conversation during a presentation of "The History of Vicksburg Community Schools" by Leah Milowe. Enter your chance to win door prizes by submitting your RSVP here: https://forms.gle/Ssh1xohAtHd1qkwr8
Pulp & Press Lit Arts Festival Host Site and Printing Press Demonstrations A two-day celebration of the literary arts for all ages. The Vicksburg Historic Village and Depot Museum will be hosting authors and performing printing press demonstrations in the Newspaper Office and Print Shop throughout the day.
Join us for our genealogy series "Roots & Branches" this spring and summer. Each month and local or state organization will share what resources they offer for family researchers. To kickoff, on April 28 we will hear from Leah Milowe sharing what treasures can be found in the VHS archives. Attendees are encouraged to stick around after the presentation to work on research and seek assistance from the VHS staff and other attendees. Computers are limited, so please bring a laptop if able. RSVP the following ways: Online: https://forms.gle/emnfThFc1dLZevGA7 Call us at (269) 649-1733 or send an email to info@vicksburghistory.org
Celebrate the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869 with a visit to the Depot Museum! On Saturday, May 9 the Depot Museum will be open 11am-5pm. Learn about local railroad history, check out the caboose and box car, view trains from the Station Master's Office (the BEST place to watch a train go by). From 1pm-4pm, enjoy a train craft, demonstrations, and more! Check back for more details.
Vicksburg Historical Society Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:15pm at the Depot Museum. Meetings are open to the public.
