VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – The Vicksburg National Military Park (VNMP) will reopen for regular business hours on October 2, 2025.
According to the Friends of Vicksburg National Military Park and Campaign, the park was able to reopen thanks to donors.
The Visitor Center, tour road, USS Cairo Gunboat & Museum, and restrooms will be open despite the government shutdown.
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The welcoming sign of Vicksburg National Military Park is seen on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Vicksburg, Miss. (AP Photo/Sophie Bates) -
The Vicksburg National Military Park visitor center sits closed Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Vicksburg, Miss. (AP Photo/Sophie Bates) -
The gateway to the Vicksburg National Military Park tour road sits closed Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Vicksburg, Miss. (AP Photo/Sophie Bates) -
A closed gate barred visitors from exploring parts of the Vicksburg National Military Park on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Vicksburg, Miss. (AP Photo/Sophie Bates)
According to the Friends of VNMP and Campaign, approximately $2,000 per day will be needed for the duration of the shutdown to maintain base operations and keep the park open.