Exploring the history and amenities of Ship Island
Ship Island, one of the barrier islands along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, has become a popular tourist attraction over the years.
The island is accessible through Ship Island Ferry’s daily one hour excursions. It boasts quiet and clear beaches, an abundance of wildlife and Fort Massachusetts — a historic Civil War fort that offers tours.
WXXV News 25 had the opportunity to visit Ship Island and explore its many unique offerings.
