Step inside one of the few surviving pre–Civil War townhomes in Vicksburg—just blocks from the mighty Mississippi River, in the city that shaped the turning point of the Civil War and the destiny of a nation.
Since 1955, when Anchuca became the first home of historic significance in Vicksburg to open “for public inspection,” hundreds of thousands of guests from around the world have walked through its doors. Today, self-guided tours are offered Monday–Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Your visit begins with a 10-minute orientation film, followed by a self-guided exploration of the home and grounds. Along the way you’ll discover:
• Civil War artillery fragments uncovered in the attic
• Infantry ammunition and glass bottles recovered from the property
• Original 1830s skeleton keys passed down by Anchuca’s owners
• Historic photographs, letters, maps, and more
After your tour, stroll through Vicksburg’s “Old Town,” the city’s earliest neighborhood, where brick streets, gas lanterns, and towering live oaks frame museums, churches, galleries, and antique shops.
Admission: $10 per person (group rates available). Tours are complimentary for overnight guests.
