Join us this month for the short film viewing of “JUSTIN,” produced by Mississippi State University’s psychology department – followed by a moderated panel exploring the challenges of Mississippi’s young adults navigating mental wellness. Those attending are encouraged to watch the movie (available for free, link in bio) and come ready for a lively discussion […]
Dr. Robert C Luckett's talk traces the roots of the modern civil rights movement to World War II, a movement that began long before the Brown v. Board of Education decision in 1954 and lasted long after Dr. King’s assassination in Memphis in 1968, a movement that in many ways never ended. Specifically, Dr. Luckett […]
The first ever Possumtown Book Fest on August 24, 2024!The Possumtown Book Fest will be a full day of bookish fun and festivities celebrating the love of reading. We’re working on bringing some fantastic authors to the Friendly City, with something for everyone. The Columbus Arts Council is graciously providing the space for the big day, […]
Artists Hector Soldo and Jacqueline Gonzalez Wooton will be partnering with anthropologists from the University of Mississippi and the University of Memphis to host the four free workshops, which will introduce audiences to the diverse art of the Latin community in Mississippi. What to Expect 1. Introduction to Latin Folk Art ● Explore the Tradition: Learn […]
Mississippi Votes inaugural Democracy in Action Convening, a pivotal event commemorating the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer will be held this fall. The free and public event will honor the […]
Mississippi Latinx Art Association Partners with University Anthropologists to Host Free Folkloric Art Workshops in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. This program is financially assisted by the National Endowment for the Humanities through […]
Join us for a screening of Rising Hope at 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 8, in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium of the Two Mississippi Museums. Watch how Mississippians flip the narrative […]
The PRAGDA Spanish Film Festival promotes Spanish language and culture by curating a series of films, offering a platform for educational and societal enrichment. This event comprises the presentation of […]
Experience Walter Anderson like never before! Join us for our guided tour “Ecstasy: Walter Anderson’s Transcendent Moment” with Mississippi State University Distinguished Professor Emeritus Brent Funderburk. Funderburk, an accomplished artist, […]
September 12th, kicks off the South Arts Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers here in Jackson with a FREE screening of #FamilyTreeMovie at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science at […]
The 2024 Tennessee Williams Tribute, scheduled for September 12-15, 2024, includes a poetry reading of original poems inspired by Williams’ works, four performances of “A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur,” […]
Each year, the Mississippi Book Festival unites readers and authors in an exhilarating celebration of books. MHC is proud to be a major sponsor of the festival since it began […]
