Our Story
Founded in 1996 by Dr. Aaron Shirley, the Jackson Medical Mall was transformed from an abandoned shopping mall to a modern medical and retail facility. The mission, to provide healthcare for the underserved and to promote economic and community development, was made possible through strategic partnerships with UMMC, Jackson State University and Tougaloo College. Twenty years later, the Jackson Medical Mall sits proudly in the center of the state’s capital city, providing high-quality health and community services to the public.
The Jackson Medical Mall Thad Cochran Center is an 800,000+ square foot mix-used facility that attracts thousands of tourists from around the world each year. It is strategically located in the heart of the City of Jackson which makes our location an ideal place to live, work, shop, and play. We are home to more than 80 healthcare, retail, and social service businesses and organizations. We also offer space for public and private events.