Words on Water – 1
Join the Mississippi Humanities Council for “Words on Water: Reading, Reflection and Journeying on the Mississippi.” This two-week experience will bring together readers, students, educators, and community leaders for thoughtful discussions and a guided canoe journey along the Mississippi River near Clarksdale.
Participants will begin with conversations at the historic Cutrer Mansion centered on W. Ralph Eubanks’ acclaimed book When It’s Darkness on the Delta, then take those reflections onto the water with expert guides from Quapaw Canoe Company. The journey culminates in a special riverside dialogue with Eubanks himself, connecting story, history, and place in a powerful shared experience.
This program is part of the 2026 Being Human Festival and is supported by the National Humanities Center.
Registration is free and includes a copy of When It’s Darkness on the Delta, but space is limited, and attendees must commit to all four discussion dates.
- April 7, 5–7 p.m. – Cutrer Mansion
- April 14, 5–7 p.m. – Cutrer Mansion
- April 21, 5–7 p.m. – Cutrer Mansion
- April 25, 1–7:30 p.m. – Canoeing the Mississippi River, concluding with a meal and bonfire at the Quapaw Canoe landing
If you’re ready to read deeply, paddle boldly, and engage Mississippi’s stories “between the lines,” we encourage you to sign up today. The deadline for entry is March 29.
For more information or to reserve your spot, email Rei Lott at rlott@mhc.state.ms.us.