Your Support Matters

Across the rolling hills and quiet ravines of Vicksburg lie stories etched in stone, stories of sacrifice, perseverance, division, and reconciliation. The monuments that rise across the battlefield are not mere markers; they are voices from the past, speaking to us across generations.

Our events bring these stories to life. From Memorial Day flag placements to hands-on youth programs, living history, Symphony at Sunset, and community volunteer days, each event connects visitors to history in a meaningful and memorable way. These experiences teach empathy, honor, bravery, and create lasting connections to our shared past. We cannot create these experiences alone. Your support makes these programs possible.

We invite you to stand with the Friends of Vicksburg as a partner in preservation, education, and inspiration. Together, we can honor the past, strengthen the present, and protect the future of Vicksburg National Military Park.

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While the park’s basic operations are funded by the National Park Service, many features and programs that visitors enjoy most are made possible by our generous supporters.

Telling the Story of Vicksburg

Preserving this hallowed ground is not just about honoring history — it’s about keeping the story alive for every visitor, today and for generations to come. If you value history, education, and the enduring power of remembering, we hope you’ll join us in supporting this meaningful work.

  • Your support helps protect Vicksburg’s historic landscapes by saving battlefield land from commercial development and ensuring its availability for education and interpretation.

  • Donations help restore historic structures, memorials, and other significant features affected by time, weather, and wear.

  • Contributions support strategic improvements that enhance visitor access, strengthen park infrastructure, and expand opportunities for interpretation.

  • Donations make engaging educational programs, resources, and experiences possible for students, families, educators, and lifelong learners.

  • Your generosity helps raise awareness of the park’s needs, build community support, and champion its long-term protection.

  • Your support equips volunteers with the tools, training, and resources needed to care for the park and serve its visitors.

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Statue of a soldier in military uniform standing on a large rock, holding a rifle over his shoulder, with trees and a clear blue sky in the background.
White monument with an obelisk on top, adorned with bronze sculptures and a seated bronze figure at the base, surrounded by green trees under a clear blue sky.
Bronze statue of a man in a military uniform riding a horse outdoors with trees and clouds in the background.
Statue of two soldiers shaking hands in a memorial with engraved text and a circular inscription on the ground, with trees in the background.
A historical monument dedicated to the Fifty Sixth Infantry, Colonel William M. Raynor in Ohio, featuring a granite pedestal with military symbols, set on a grassy hilltop against a blue sky with clouds.
The image shows a stone monument with a carved emblem of a pelican feeding her chicks and the word 'LOUISIANA' inscribed below. In the background is a green landscape with trees and a white building with a dome.
A tall stone obelisk monument with a bronze statue of a seated figure at its base, set against green trees and a cloudy sky.
Bronze statue of two soldiers, one carrying a rifle, set outdoors with trees and blue sky in the background.
A bronze statue of a soldier on horseback, raising a sword skyward, with a hat placed on the pedestal in front. The scene is outdoors with green grass, trees, and a partly cloudy sky.
A war memorial monument featuring a statue of a soldier with a rifle, carved into a gray stone structure with columns and a plaque, surrounded by greenery, and a cannon with large wheels in the foreground.
A monument with a tall column topped by a sculpture, surrounded by trees with sunlight peeking through them.