Mississippi's capital is JACKSON, which is a seven-letter word. JACKSON is the most populous city in the state of Mississippi and is the county seat of Hinds County. It is located on the Pearl River, which was named by explorer La Salle in 1682. The city is named after Andrew JACKSON, who was a major general in the United States Army and the seventh President of the United States. JACKSON is home to several universities and colleges, including JACKSON State University, Millsaps College, and Belhaven University.