An exhibition and related components exploring concepts of grief and mourning through the lens of nature and the Southern land. Included in the exhibition are memento mori artworks by Walter Inglis Anderson (1903-1965) and contemporary artist Jason Bouldin (b. 1966), alongside objects from the University of Mississippi Museum’s collections.

These are filming dates, this listing will be updated with presentation dates when available.   The Behind the Big House program in Holly Springs, Mississippi interprets the lives of enslaved persons through the structures in which they lived and worked. The program began in 2012 after Chelius Carter and Jenifer Eggleston, antebellum historic property owners, […]

Since 2012, the Behind the Big House Tour has interpreted the legacy of slavery and presented it to school groups and the general public.  This year, Behind the Big House will take place virtually and will feature five professional interpreters who will discuss architecture, cuisine, laundry, and brick-making.  Their demonstrations will be presented for all […]