Claiborne County Map, Mississippi
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Claiborne County, Mississippi
Claiborne County sits along the western edge of Mississippi, right up against the mighty Mississippi River. It’s a place where history runs deep and nature puts on a show.
The county is named after William Claiborne, the first governor of Mississippi when it was just a territory. Port Gibson, the county seat, is a town General Grant reportedly called “too beautiful to burn” during the Civil War.
The Grand Gulf Military State Park is a must-visit for anyone and everyone. Alcorn State University, one of the oldest public historically black land-grant institutions in the United States, calls Claiborne County home.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Claiborne County |
| County Seat | Port Gibson |
| Population | Approximately 8,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Port Gibson, Hermanville, Pattison |
| Interstates and Highways | US 61, MS 18, MS 547 |
| FIPS Code | 28-021 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 501 square miles (Land: 487 sq mi, Water: 14 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Warren County (North), Hinds County (Northeast), Copiah County (Southeast), Jefferson County (South), Tensas Parish, Louisiana (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 31.9721° N, 90.9839° W |
| Etymology | Named after William C.C. Claiborne, the first Governor of Louisiana |
| Major Landmarks | Windsor Ruins, Grand Gulf Military Park, Port Gibson Battlefield, Alcorn State University |
| Website | Claiborne County Website |
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