Independent Vicksburg visitor guide

Every Street Has a Story.

Discover the people, buildings, and businesses that shaped Mississippi's historic river city. Begin with a documented journey through the Biedenharn Candy Company building.

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Discover Vicksburg

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Biedenharn Candy Company

Discover 1107–1109 Washington Street, the 1894 bottling milestone, and the architectural evidence that survives.

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Coming later

Echoes of Vicksburg

Immersive self-guided and virtual historical tours, built around documented sources and original interpretation.

Books & history

Walnut Hills Press

Historical fiction and research exploring Vicksburg and the Mississippi River.

For museums, operating hours, and trip planning, consult the official visitor website.

New: Washington Street Historical Research

Explore ten source-linked property records, historic addresses, and archival photograph leads.

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