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Established in 1884 by Vicksburg Tabernacle No. 19 of the Independent Order of Brothers and Sisters of Love and Charity. An important African American burial ground, associated with educators, community leaders and generations of local families.
Location: Openwood Street, Vicksburg, Mississippi
Access: Historic cemetery; verify visitor access and ground conditions before visiting
Dedicated February 14, 2004. The monument honors Mississippi soldiers of African descent and others who contributed to the Vicksburg Campaign. Three figures represent enslavement, sacrifice and freedom.
Location: Grant Avenue, Vicksburg National Military Park
Access: Park visitor access; confirm current road conditions and hours
During federal occupation, United States Colored Troops performed garrison, security and other duties in Vicksburg. The NPS documents their service and the unequal treatment they faced.
Location: Interpretive topic; not a separate physical attraction
Access: Interpretive content only; not an additional tour stop
An interpretive feature on cemetery preservation, erosion, and research concerning United States Colored Troops; not a separate public tour stop.
Location: Interpretive topic; site access restrictions apply
Access: Interpretive content only; not an additional tour stop