Welcome to Vicksburg
Vicksburg is a progressive city where you will discover a community committed to excellence. It is a unique blend of old and new in a city that offers plenty to see and do.
Recreation
Vicksburg offers a full range of recreational opportunities; swimming, golfing, hunting, fishing, soccer, softball, hiking, camping, basketball and baseball are just a few of the many activities.
Visit Vicksburg
Vicksburg is bursting at the seams with local culture, character and outdoor adventure. Vicksburg perfectly blends Southern culture and heritage with exciting modern-day attractions.
Our History
Founded in 1811 and incorporated on January 29, 1825, Vicksburg has grown into a center for commerce and river traffic. Vicksburg is best known for the part she played in the Civil War.
Vicksburg is a progressive city where you will discover a community committed to excellence. It is a unique blend of old and new in a city that offers plenty to see and do. From the specialty shops of historic downtown to the outlet mall, shoppers experience a relaxed atmosphere and friendly people. The Vicksburg National Military Park captures a piece of American history in a sixteen mile tour featuring over 1,340 monuments, a restored Union gunboat, and National Cemetery. We have many Riverboat gaming locations that provide games of chance, not to mention a spectacular view of "Ole Man River." 
The City of Vicksburg has expanded the the pilot curbside recycling program test area. The original area included residents living between Cherry Street, Eisenhower Drive, East Avenue and Chambers Street. The new area has been expanded to include Drummond Street beginning with the 2200 block going south and the south end of Cherry Street to Finney Street. The project includes the recycling of paper and plastic. There is no charge to residents participating in the program. Residents in the pilot area are asked to call 601-801-5377 for more information.
The water department will have the water off Wednesday May 16, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. for approxiamtely three hours while repairing a fire hydrant. Residents in the area of 1729 Frontage Road near the Wisconsin Avenue overpass are asked to boil their water when service is restored.
Vicksburg City Pool will hold registration for the 2012 season of American Red Cross "Learn to Swim" program on May 16 thru May 19 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. each day at City Pool. Cost per student is $12 dollars for a two week session.
The City of Vicksburg has released a detailed "How To" video tutorial for the pilot recycling program beginning in May. It explains in detail what are acceptable recyclable items under the terms of the grant. Participating residents will receive two recycling containers, a green bin for plastics and a blue bin for paper. Watch the video for full details.