JRA Bus Tour

Hosted by the Jackson Redevelopment Authority and Visit Jackson!

By Through strategic partnerships, the Jackson Redevelopment Authority commits to promote social equity, environmental sustainability, and economic growth in the City of Jackson, Mississippi. For more information, visit www.jrams.org.

Date and time

Thursday, May 9 · 9am - 1pm CDT

Location

Union Station

Union Station Jackson, MS 39201

Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Assembly & Overview

Assemble at Union Station in the SkyLight room to meet your tour guides and receive an overview of the day.

9:45 AM

Tour Stop 1: Atmos Building

Drive by the old Atmos Building and discuss potential future uses for the property.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tour Stop 2: Jackson State University

Visit Jackson State University and receive greetings from University Administrators.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Tour Stop 3: Convention Center & Planetarium

Hear about the City's future plans for the Convention Center and the Planetarium.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Tour Stop 4: Farish Street Historic District

Walk the grounds in the 200 block of Farish Street and receive an overview of potential development as well as green space initiatives.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Tour Stop 5: Union Station

The tour will conclude back at Union Station with lunch and a mini-charette to discuss the tour sites with the consultant team assigned to perform the TOD study for the area.

About this event

4 hours

Welcome to the JRA Bus Tour!

In celebration of Economic Development Week, join us on an exclusive bus tour hosted by the Jackson Redevelopment Authority. Our tour will take you through the heart of our city, highlighting key locations where we own properties ripe for development.

You'll get a firsthand look at our current holdings and learn about our vision for future projects. Our team of experts will be on hand to provide insights into each property, including potential uses, investment opportunities, and development timelines.

Whether you're a seasoned developer or simply curious about the future of our city's landscape, this tour is a must-attend event. Don't miss this unique opportunity to see the potential of our properties and the exciting developments on the horizon!

Organized by

Through strategic partnerships, the Jackson Redevelopment Authority commits to promote social equity, environmental sustainability, and economic growth in the City of Jackson, Mississippi. For more information, visit www.jrams.org.