News Release

National Park Service to Close Road in Vicksburg National Military Park for Visitor Safety

Location of the road closure at the Illinois Memorial in Vicksburg NMP

NPS/Wilson

News Release Date: February 23, 2026 VICKSBURG, Miss. — On March 2, the National Park Service will close a short section of the Tour Road near the Illinois Memorial that provides access to Tour Stops 2 (Shirley House) and 3 (Third Louisiana Redan). This section will remain closed for the duration of the Illinois Memorial Restoration. The project is expected to be completed by September 2026.

Once on site, contractors required additional space to safely complete restoration work. The need for expanded storage areas and frequent equipment movement presents potential visitor safety concerns. To ensure the safety of both visitors and contractors, access to Tour Stops 2 and 3 will be temporarily closed. The closure point will be at the Shirley House. Visitors will still be able to continue north along Union Avenue and access the remainder of the Tour Road.