Mississippi Humanities Council

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

Mississippi Marathon Read

State Capitol, Room 204 400 High Street, Jackson, MS, United States

The MHC is proud to partner with the Mississippi Library Commission in the first ever Mississippi Marathon Read at the Mississippi Book Festival August 19! Come celebrate the publication of Read More >

Women of Mississippi on Film

Locals Restaurant & Bar 309 North Lamar, Oxford, MS, United States

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 >

No Cost

A Taste of Oakland

Main Street Oakland Oakland, MS, United States

A Celebration of local  Artists, Educators, Historians, and Cuisine that will feature samples of local favorites.. Visit Booths and learn the regional history of food & people! Watch a Bicentennial Read More >

No Cost

Mississippi Encyclopedia Event: Delta State University

Delta State University Capps Archives Building 1003 W Sunflower Rd, Cleveland, MS, United States

A discussion and reading of The Mississippi Encyclopedia, followed by a signing and reception. Scholars speaking will include Emily Jones, Chuck Westmoreland, and Senior Editor Ted Ownby.

No Cost

2017 Iuka Heritage Festival

Mineral Springs Park E Quitman St, Iuka, MS, United States

Annual Festival featuring Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, Food, Activities for the Kids, Shriner's Transport Train, Car Show, Tractor Show, 5K Walk/Run, and so much more year!

No Cost