Life-size
habitat displays reveal the rich diversity of Mississippi's living
heritage. A 100,000-gallon aquarium system houses over 200 species of
native fishes, reptiles, amphibians, and aquatic invertebrates. A
1,700-square foot greenhouse provides a home for alligators, turtles,
fish, and a lush native plant garden. The facility also offers over
2.5 miles of walking trails.
The
Observatory, the largest in the state, has 16 telescopes plus other
optical instruments. These instruments are spread out on our fenced-in
hilltop site, which is open, by appointment, to both individuals and
groups. The Planetarium, which seats 50 people, is used primarily as a sky
orientation device and for slide presentations.
Life-size
habitat displays reveal the rich diversity of Mississippi's living
heritage. A 100,000-gallon aquarium system houses over 200 species of
native fishes, reptiles, amphibians, and aquatic invertebrates. A
1,700-square foot greenhouse provides a home for alligators, turtles,
fish, and a lush native plant garden. The facility also offers over
2.5 miles of walking trails.
The
Observatory, the largest in the state, has 16 telescopes plus other
optical instruments. These instruments are spread out on our fenced-in
hilltop site, which is open, by appointment, to both individuals and
groups. The Planetarium, which seats 50 people, is used primarily as a sky
orientation device and for slide presentations.