A Time Gone By: History at The Oaks
The Oak House Jackson , MS, United States"A Time Gone By: History at The Oaks" is a film project and a series of four programs about the history of Mississippi and the local history of one of Read More >
"A Time Gone By: History at The Oaks" is a film project and a series of four programs about the history of Mississippi and the local history of one of Read More >
The Oxford Film Festival and Sarah Isom Center are teaming up to celebrate the image of the Mississippi women in the Centennial celebration. With 6 films as part of the Read More >
11:00AM - Educational program for students grades K-12 in the Sanders Soundstage 1:00PM Read More >
Mississippi State University annual event, sponsored by The Judy and Bobby Shackouls Honors College. See more information here!
Come enjoy this two-day gospel music conference and festival celebrating Mississippi's Bicentennial during the National Gospel Music Heritage Month. Both days will feature an eclectic mix of performances, workshops, oral histories, Read More >
“Why We Call It Soul Food” tells the story of why southerners, especially African American southerners, call the foods we eat “soul food.” Dr. Willis discusses the emotional and physical Read More >
A discussion and reading of The Mississippi Encyclopedia, followed by a signing and reception. Speakers will include scholar James Giesen and Senior Editors Ted Ownby and Charles Reagan Wilson.
The COFO Mural & Mt. Olive Cemetery project aims to celebrate the rich history of prominent African Americans who have made substantial gains for the state of Mississippi. Individuals who Read More >
With the identification of hookworm disease in early twentieth century Mississippi, physicians were finally able to identify the characteristic apathy, potbellies, laziness, and general malaise of their numerous patients as Read More >
Three-day celebration of local culture and history, including a poetry slam, juried art show and public lectures, culminating with a public music performance featuring newly commissioned works by Mississippi composers, Read More >