Mississippi Humanities Council

  • Interpreting Our History & Culture
  • Fostering Civil Conversations
  • Enriching Communities

A Celebration of Southern Photography

University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg , MS - Mississippi

This fall, in a special series of events titled, "A Celebration of Southern Photography," The University of Southern Mississippi will host a lecture by renowned Southern studies expert Dr. William Read More >

Fulton Cemetery Historical Stroll

Fulton Cemetery Fulton, MS, United States

Come find out more about Fulton's past through experiencing one of its historic treasures: the Fulton Cemetery. Local historians will give an introduction to the history of the cemetery.  Guests can then Read More >

No Cost

Lower Delta Talk Series

Sharkey Issaquena County Library 116 Robert Morganfield Way, Rolling Fork, MS

The Lower Delta Speakers Series includes a variety of folks who will speak on a topic of interest each month, topics that tell great Mississippi stories focused on our region Read More >

No Cost

Through the Lens of Carl Brown

Columbus-Lowndes Public Library 314 7th St N, Columbus, MS, United States

More than 15,000 photographic negatives and prints taken by Columbus photographer Carl Brown were recently donated to the Local History Department at the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library. The images, dating roughly Read More >

Free

Native American Days 2017

Winterville Mounds Park and Museum 2415 Highway 1 North, Greenville, MS, United States

Three-day celebration of Southeastern Native American and colonial-era Euro American cultures in Mississippi, including traditional dance, song and storytelling presentations by Native Americans, colonial-era food, arts and crafts, Native American Read More >

No Cost

A Bicentennial Celebration Recounting Unheard Voices

Meridian High School 2320 32nd St, Meridian, MS, United States

Come see a theatrical performance that highlights Meridian's 157 years. The performance will feature student actors and dancers, and incorporate music and enlarged vintage photos. There will be a community celebration of Read More >

No Cost