Mississippi became the 20th state on December 10, 1817. Jackson is the state capital. There are currently 82 counties each with a courthouse.
Click on a county below to learn more:
Mississippi Supreme Court and Court of Appeals
Highest Point – Woodall Mountain ( 806 feet ) is located in Tishomingo County
Lowest Point – Gulf of Mexico ( sea level )
Oldest Courthouse - Adams County (1821)
State Capitol – Jackson
Old State Capitol – Jackson
Governor Mansion – Jackson