Beautifully preserved old brick roads and fun activities await you at Old Town Clinton. Rent a Segway and step back in time to enjoy the sights of historic homes and extraordinary architecture. Stop by the specialty shops and bring back souvenir gifts for everyone in the family. When the weather is nice take a day to have fun with the family outdoors in Traceway Park. Enjoy countless soccer fields, baseball fields and plenty of space for a picnic. Many of the state tournaments take place here—so if there is a game, do not miss the chance to mingle with the locals. Just remember to root for their team! Another great place for a family outing is the Clinton Nature Center, not far from Olde Town. Enjoy free admission and explore 34 acres of beautiful forests. The center is surrounded by trails with unique flora and historic sites. Educational gardening programs are available for those who plan on staying several days.
Visit the Mississippi Music Hall of Fame for a glimpse of Mississippi’s well-preserved musical history and heritage. The exhibition offers films, documentaries, recordings and interviews with American icons such as B.B King, Tina Turner, Elvis Presley and many others. This modern museum is a sanctuary for jazz culture, gospel, rock, and a local favorite, the Mississippi Delta blues. Only a few miles away in Jackson, you will find the ultimate destination for the kids. The Mississippi Children’s Museum offers fun activities and educational opportunities the whole family will love. The exhibits are designed for children to learn about health, literature, arts and Mississippi’s history in a unique and engaging way that has never made learning so easy and fun. Before leaving Jackson, stop by the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and learn more about the greatest athletes to ever come out of this state. The exhibition offers short films and countless memorabilia that once belonged to the likes of Jerry Rice, Brett Favre and other iconic sports heroes.
Make Clinton, MS your next stop if you are looking to enjoy quality time outdoors or get a taste of the state’s history and culture. With Choice Hotels you will get the hospitality and accommodations you expect as you focus on making memories and discovering the charm of this part of the American South.