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Old Asylum History Days

July 19, 2019 - July 20, 2019

Are you the descendant of someone who was a patient or employee at the Mississippi State Insane Hospital between 1855 and 1935? You are invited to tell your story!

This free event is open to the public and will include the following activities for attendees:

  •  Have your stories about the Old Asylum recorded to video.
  •  Enjoy presentations about the history of the Old Asylum and plans for the Asylum Hill Project.
  •  Learn how to archivally preserve your own family photos, documents and memorabilia.
  •  Receive free high-resolution scanning of your photos and documents.
  •  Receive a free archival sleeve for your photos and documents.
    **Sign up ahead of time or just drop in!**

Details

Start:
July 19, 2019
End:
July 20, 2019
Website:
https://asylumhillproject.org/

Venue

School of Health Related Professions Building, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS United States + Google Map