Surrender Weekend

A cannon crew demonstrates the proper loading and firing of a 12-lb Napoleon gun.

NPS/ L. Brewer

Artillery Firing Demonstrations

Visitors will get to hear roar of the cannon and learn about the importance of artillery during the Siege of Vicksburg.

Firing demonstrations are scheduled for:

Saturday, July 5th, 2025

At the Visitor Center Demonstration Area:

9:30 AM
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
11:00 AM

*Inclement weather or unusually high heat indexes will cancel these events.

 

Doug Baum discusses the history of 'Old Douglas' during the siege of Vicksburg.

NPS

Life of a Soldier with Douglas the Camel

Stationed at the Visitor Center will be Doug Baum and his Texas Camel Corps representing Douglas, the mascot of the 43rd Mississippi Infantry. Mr. Baum and his camels are a Vicksburg staple that enhances another unique aspect of this watershed moment in American History: the Vicksburg campaign.

Douglas will be at the Visitor Center on Friday, July 4th, 2025 to Sunday, July 6th, 2025 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM.

Come out and see them!