Museum Trail Capitol Green Connector
Groundbreaking Ceremony at the historic GM&O Depot in Jackson
Breaking Ground on the Capitol Green Connector
The Jackson Heart Foundation joined city leaders and community partners to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Capitol Green Connector, the next phase of the Museum Trail Greenway in downtown Jackson. Supported by the Federal Highway Administration’s Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Planning Grant, the project aims to bridge historic barriers to mobility and opportunity, linking people, neighborhoods, and economic centers through equitable infrastructure investments.
Once complete, the Connector will extend the Museum Trail directly into downtown, linking the Old Capitol Museum, Two Mississippi Museums, the GM&O Depot, Hal & Mal’s, and future phases connecting to the Arts District and Jackson State University.
“At the Jackson Heart Foundation, our mission is to prevent heart disease by promoting healthier lifestyles and creating opportunities for physical activity,” said Dr. Clay Hays. “The Capitol Green Connector does exactly that, encouraging daily exercise and active living for people of all ages. It’s more than a trail; it’s an investment in the long-term health of our community.”
Mayor John Horhn called the project a “symbol of connection,” uniting neighborhoods, cultural institutions, and business districts around a shared vision for a more vibrant, walkable downtown. Entergy Mississippi CEO Haley Fisackerly added that the project “will improve walkability, promote sustainability, and drive economic advancement in the heart of our capital city.”
Partners from across the city and state, including the Community Foundation for Mississippi, Great City Mississippi Foundation, Capitol Complex Improvement District, and Mississippi Department of Archives and History, highlighted the trail’s power to connect people and honor Jackson’s heritage.
As project lead, the Jackson Heart Foundation is proud to help advance this transformative investment in community health, economic growth, and the revitalization of downtown Jackson.
