Mississippi Museum of History Exploration

What is the approximate number of artifacts in the museum division of the Mississippi Museum of History?

• 15,000

• 30,000

• 10,000

• 25,000

Which campaign is associated with the artifacts from Champion Hill?

• Richmond Campaign

• Vicksburg Campaign

• Gettysburg Campaign

• Atlanta Campaign

What type of artifact from the Vicksburg area is highlighted in the museum's collection?

• An 11-inch shell

• A cannon

• A battle flag

• A musket

What is the purpose of rotating artifacts in and out of museum displays?

• To increase ticket sales

• To show different stories and artifacts

• To keep the museum clean

• To reduce wear and tear

What unique material was used to make the shirt by the Union soldier?

• Drapes from the Old Capitol Building

• Tent fabric

• Cotton from local fields

• Uniform scraps

What event helped in recreating the drapery look after the Union soldier's shirt was made?

• The Great Depression

• World War II

• The Civil War

• Hurricane Katrina

What is the significance of the high collar on the Union soldier's shirt?

• Protection from chafing

• Fashion statement

• Weather protection

• Symbol of rank

Where was the massive Confederate flag captured?

• Atlanta

• Richmond

• Vicksburg

• Gettysburg

Which state returned the Confederate flag to Mississippi during the Centennial celebrations?

• Virginia

• Tennessee

• Georgia

• Indiana

What was the original color of the Confederate flag's center?

• Yellow

• White

• Green

• Blue