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    Vicksburg

    National Military Park Mississippi

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  • Memorial Day Weekend Concert Information

    VNMP is hosting 3 outdoor concerts at the Clay Street Visitor Center, May 24, 25, & 26. The VC parking lot will close at 5:00pm those days and NO on-site parking will be allowed. Click 'More' for detailed parking information. More »

Volunteer

Living History Program

Living History Program

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Volunteers are an essential part of the Vicksburg National Military Park mission and programs. Each year, students from 12-18 are recruited to help with the summer Living History Program, providing hours of enjoyment to visitors with its numerous demonstrations and interpretive programs.

 
Park Day 2009

Park Day 2009

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During the Civil War Preservation Trust's annual Park Day each April, volunteers of all ages are welcome to come and provide assistance with painting, grounds maintenance, and monument preservation.
 
Additional volunteer activities include providing visitor information, Boy Scout trail maintenance, Memorial Day activities, and many other special events.
 
Memorial Day Volunteers
Memorial Day Volunteers
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NPS Volunteers-in-Parks Program

NPS Volunteers-in-Parks Program

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For information on volunteering at Vicksburg National Military Park, please call 601-636-0583.

For more information on volunteering throughout the National Park Service, please check the website at:

Volunteers-in-Parks (VIP)

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

The civilians of Vicksburg endured their first naval bombardment of the Civil War during the summer of 1862?