Overview

There’s no better way to sample the South than Jackson, Mississippi. A blend of the old and the new, Jackson offers glimpses of the past while looking ahead to the future. From fabulous history, art and science museums to world-class exhibits and performances, Jackson is a secret full of surprises!

Mississippi’s Capital City is conveniently located at the crossroads of Interstate 55 (north-south) and Interstate 20 (east-west) in the heart of our “Hospitality State.” As the center for the Metro Jackson area, home to more than 425,000 people, the city of Jackson is steeped in history, music, performing arts, sports, and our truly Southern way of life.

About the JCVB

In 1983, the state legislature established the Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau (JCVB). Senate Bill #3080 authorized the creation of JCVB, identified its purpose, and provided for funding through the levying of a 1% sales tax upon hotels/motels and restaurants. These funds form the foundation on which the Bureau promotes Jackson as a tourist, group tour, trade show, and convention/meeting destination.

During the 2004 legislative session House Bill #1778 extended the repealer date to July 1, 2008.

The Bureau’s three departments (Administration, Marketing, and Sales and Services) provide services to visitors, conventions, group tour operators, local hotels, restaurants, shops, special events, and attractions, and help to bring millions of dollars into the local economy annually.