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SUMMARY:The Blossoms Mother-Daughter Reading Club
DESCRIPTION:The Blossoms Mother-Daughter Reading Club is an intergenerational program that brings Black female Gen-Z students together with their mothers for dialogue that fosters voice\, agency\, self-confidence\, & leadership. Reading texts centered on girlhood and womanhood\, as experienced in Black culture\, the group engages in bi-weekly workshops that enhance students’ vocabulary\, comprehension\, and verbal communication skills. \nFor the 2024-2025 season\, the group of 50 (25 girls/25 moms) will read and discuss Taiyon J. Coleman‘s Traveling without Moving: Essays from a Black Woman Trying to Survive in America . During each bi-weekly meeting\, the group will work towards the following objectives: \n1. Explore themes such as Black culture\, knowledge justice\, empathy\, systemic marginalization\, girlhood\, womanhood\, strength of a mother\, storytelling\, and emergence\n2. Summarize stories\, pinpointing main ideas and supporting details\n3. Examine imagery\, metaphor\, rhyme\, alliteration\, and symbolism\n4. Compare and/or contrast characters and situations by making text-to-text\, text-to-world\, and text-to self connections\n5. Complete interactive activities that help develop short\, group presentations at a culminating event \nSeptember 21: Virtual Orientation — 2:00-3:00 \nSeptember 22: Book Distribution Social at Lemuria Book Store — 2:00-3:00
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/the-blossoms-mother-daughter-reading-club/
LOCATION:Lemuria Book Store\, 4465 I-55 STE 20\, Jackson\, MS\, 39206\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="magnolia literary project":MAILTO:magnolialiteracyproject@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Music America: Iconic Objects from America’s Music History Museum Day Events
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY Museum Mississippi is hosting a soft opening and curator-led exhibit tours on September 20\, 2024. \nLater in October followed by a panel discussion and live entertainment in the Museum’s Sanders Soundstage. Moderated by Bob Santelli\, the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music’s Founding Executive Director & Music America exhibit curator\, the panel will feature special guests William Ferris (author\, scholar and former chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities)\, Marty Stuart (GRAMMY-winning country and bluegrass singer\, songwriter\, and musician)\, and Irma Thomas (GRAMMY-winning singer). The panelists will discuss the country’s nearly 250 years of music history\, as well as the rich musical culture in the Delta\, how that culture played a vital role in shaping a number of genres\, from jazz to blues to rock and roll\, and how that influence continues to be seen in music today. \nOn September 20\, 2024\, the Museum will host two events. At 9am\, GMM will hold an exclusive exhibit preview and breakfast for members with a welcome given by exhibit curator and Founding Executive Director of the Bruce Springsteen Archives\, Bob Santelli. The breakfast will be followed by a 10am education workshop for local students before the exhibit officially opens to the public. The workshop will include a discussion on the impact of music in America over the last 250 years.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/music-america-iconic-objects-from-americas-music-history-museum-day-events/
LOCATION:GRAMMY Museum Mississippi\, 800 West Sunflower Rd\, Cleveland \, MS\, 38732\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
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SUMMARY:Slavery in Colonial Natchez: Cotton\, Race\, and Wealth before the Old South
DESCRIPTION:This presentation by Dr. Christian Pinnen examines how slaves and colonists weathered the economic and political upheavals that rocked the Lower Mississippi Valley in the years between the American Revolution and the Civil War. \nDr. Pinnen focuses on the fitful–and often futile–efforts of the English\, the Spanish\, and the Americans to establish plantation agriculture in Natchez and its environs\, a district that emerged as the heart of the “Cotton Kingdom.” Within this setting\, slaves seized on many weapons to claim their freedom and subsequently redefined the ever-changing meaning of race\, slavery and freedom.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/slavery-in-colonial-natchez-cotton-race-and-wealth-before-the-old-south/
LOCATION:Museum of Natural Science\, 2148 Riverside Dr.\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau Presentation: “Slavery in Colonial Natchez: Cotton\, Race\, and Wealth before the Old South”
DESCRIPTION:“Slavery in Colonial Natchez: Cotton\, Race\, and Wealth before the Old South” examines how slaves and colonists weathered the economic and political upheavals that rocked the Lower Mississippi Valley in the years between the American Revolution and the Civil War. \nDr. Pinnen focuses on the fitful–and often futile–efforts of the English\, the Spanish\, and the Americans to establish plantation agriculture in Natchez and its environs\, a district that emerged as the heart of the “Cotton Kingdom.” Within this setting\, slaves seized on many weapons to claim their freedom and subsequently redefined the ever-changing meaning of race\, slavery and freedom.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-presentation-slavery-in-colonial-natchez-cotton-race-and-wealth-before-the-old-south/
LOCATION:Museum of Natural Science\, 2148 Riverside Dr.\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240822T170946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T200541Z
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SUMMARY:Ideas on Tap: Reimagining Statuary Hall
DESCRIPTION:Ideas on Tap: Reimagining Statuary Hall is a MHC program in partnership with Mississippi Today.\nJoin us for a fun and educational evening highlighting great Mississippians who have contributed to our state and nation.\n\n10 people will present their favorite Mississippian and make the case for why they should represent the state in Congress’ Statuary Hall in a 5-minute Pecha Kucha-style performance.\n\nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/ideas-on-tape-reimagining-statuary-hall/
LOCATION:The Station\, 3025 N State St\,\, Jackson\, MS\, 39216
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240823T185724Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: Learning Mississippi History Through Historical Markers
DESCRIPTION:From traditional green historical markers to the Mississippi Blues Trail\, Freedom Trail\, Country Music Trail\, and Mississippi Mound Trail\, the state’s history is told along its roads. The speaker\, William “Brother” Rogers\, takes a fun romp through history that will interest anyone who likes fascinating trivia about the state.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-learning-mississippi-history-through-historical-markers/
LOCATION:Walthall County Library\, 707 Union RD\, Tylertown\, MS\, 39667-2261
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Museum Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Museum Conference will be held at the Two Mississippi Museums– Museum of Mississippi History and Mississippi Civil Rights Museum–on September 16–17\, 2024\, in Jackson. This two-day program will offer training and networking opportunities to cultural institutions in the state of Mississippi. Session topics will focus on best practices for museums in a range of topics such as community engagement\, collections management\, exhibit design\, education\, and more. \nFor more information\, email Sarah Grantham\, student learning manager at the Two Mississippi Museums\, sgrantham@mdah.ms.gov or call 601-576-6799.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/mississippi-museum-conference/
LOCATION:TWO MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMS\, 222 NORTH STREET \, JACKSON\, MS\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240823T161032Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the Mississippi Book Festival unites readers and authors in an exhilarating celebration of books.\n\nMHC is proud to be a major sponsor of the festival since it began 10 years ago. We will sponsor several panels including a highlight of our prison education program. \nThe Capitol’s stately rooms and nearby Galloway Church turn into venues for distinguished panelists\, the streets in-between transform into a bustling marketplace for booksellers\, and the grounds and Capitol Rotunda become a hub of lively exchange. FREE AND OPEN TO ALL\, the festival brings the written word to fun\, festive life with authors\, panel discussions\, book signings\, family-friendly activities\, food trucks\, live music\, and more!
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/mississippi-book-festival-2/
LOCATION:Mississippi State Capitol\, 400 High St\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240730T163048Z
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SUMMARY:Tennessee Williams Tribute
DESCRIPTION: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\,” one of Williams’ plays\, and the presentation of the top three submissions to the Fourth Annual “10:4 Tenn” the ten-minute playwriting competition. \nThe poetry and playwriting events will be led by Elyzabeth Wilder\, a noted Williams scholar at Sewanee: The University of the South\, where she is an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing and The Tennessee Williams Playwright-in-Residence. She will provide context for what the attendees are about to experience and will lead a Q&A and interactive discussion of what the attendees have just witnessed\, all within the context of Williams’ life and works. \n  \nFour performances of Williams’ play: \n“A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur\,” – September 12th (7:30pm)\, September 13th (7:30pm)\, September 14th (7:30pm)\, and September 15th (2pm) at the Rosenzweig Arts Center (501 Main Street\, Columbus). \nThe presentations of the top three submissions in the 10:4 Tenn Ten-minute Playwriting competition will take place at 3pm on September 13th at the Second Stage Theatre in the Cromwell Communications Center (620 10th Street South) Columbus). The poetry reading event will take place at 12pm on September 14th at the Rosenzweig Arts Center.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/tennessee-williams-tribute-2/
LOCATION:Rosenzweig Arts Center\, 501 Main Street \, Columbus \, MS\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T203000
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SUMMARY:Family Tree Movie Screening
DESCRIPTION: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 7 p.m.\n\nFamily Tree explores sustainable forestry in North Carolina through the stories of two Black families working to preserve their land and legacy. Family Tree’s approach reveals the vast task of maintaining the land while navigating challenging family dynamics\, unscrupulous developers\, and changing environmental needs. The forest itself and the beauty of its changing seasons become a primary character in this family drama. Family Tree is a beautiful\, inspiring\, and heart-warming documentary about the ways in which thoughtful\, sustainable land management is not only good for the environment but also for the individuals and families that work and care for the land.\n\nYou can register for your free tickets here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/familytree (or scan the QR code in the poster).\n\nThe program is made possible through a partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts\, Mississippi Film Office\, Mississippi Humanities Council and Volunteer Mississippi.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/family-tree-movie-screening/
LOCATION:Museum of Natural Science\, 2148 Riverside Dr.\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240819T180947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T183309Z
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SUMMARY:“Ecstasy: Walter Anderson’s Transcendent Moment”
DESCRIPTION: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\, will walk you through our Walter Anderson exhibit\, revealing profound stories and secrets behind the masterpieces\, and offering a unique perspective on Anderson.\n\n\nThe MAX is especially grateful to the Mississippi Humanities Council for their support of this event\, at 4:00 – 5:00 pm September 12th.\n\n\n\nLimited spots are available\, register here: Brent Funderburk’s Ecstasy: Walter Anderson’s Transcendent Moment – Guided Tour – Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (msarts.org)
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/ecstasy-walter-andersons-transcendent-moment/
LOCATION:Blue Cross & Blue Shield MS Multi-Purpose Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240730T160522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T160522Z
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SUMMARY:PRAGDA Spanish Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The PRAGDA Spanish Film Festival promotes Spanish language and culture by curating a series of films\, offering a platform for educational and societal enrichment. \nThis event comprises the presentation of five films that typically extend beyond traditional cinema or streaming platforms\, delving into themes that intricately intertwine personal and political dimensions. Each session includes the screening of curated cinematic pieces followed by a subsequent Q&A segment to foster engaging discussions exploring language variations\, socio-cultural and political nuances. \nThe film series will consist of five screenings\, each accompanied by discussions led by humanities experts. The events will take place at JSC Theater 2200 (Meeting Room)\, at Jackson State University\, on the following dates: \nEverybody Leaves (Todos se van)\nDate: Wednesday\, September 11\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. \nThe Awakening of the Ants (El despertar de las hormigas)\nDate: Wednesday\, September 25\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. \n100 Ways to Cross the Border (Note: This date may be changed)\nDate: Wednesday\, October 9\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. \nDrowning Letters (Cartas mojadas)\nDate: Wednesday\, October 23\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. \nNudo Mixteco\nDate: Wednesday\, November 6\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/pragda-spanish-film-festival/
LOCATION:Jackson State University\, 1400 J.R. Lynch Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39217
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240822T153624Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Screening
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWatch how Mississippians flip the narrative of systemic rural poverty through vibrant testimonies of hope. \nThis screening is part of the ongoing Sunday Screenings at the Two Mississippi Museums and is followed by a Q&A session. \nWatch Trailer
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sunday-screening/
LOCATION:TWO MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMS\, 222 NORTH STREET \, JACKSON\, MS\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240718T194111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T195015Z
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SUMMARY:Day of the Dead Skulls Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 the Mississippi Humanities Council. \nWorkshop Overview: Join us for a vibrant and culturally enriching workshop where we celebrate Day of the Dead by decorating plaster skulls. This hands-on workshop offers a unique opportunity to delve into the rich traditions of this Mexican holiday while expressing your creativity. \nWhat You Will Learn: \nDecorating Techniques: \n● Learn various techniques for painting and decorating plaster skulls. \n● Use vibrant colors\, intricate patterns\, and embellishments to personalize your skull. \nMaterials Provided: \n● Plaster skulls \n● Paints and brushes \n● Decorative materials (sequins\, glitter\, beads\, etc.) \nCultural Context: \n● History and Significance: Discover the origins of Day of the Dead\, a holiday that honors and remembers loved ones who have passed away. Learn about the symbolism of skulls\, known as calaveras\, and their importance in the celebration. \n● Traditions and Practices: Understand the various customs associated with Day of the Dead\, including altars (ofrendas)\, marigold flowers\, and offerings of food and drink. \n● Cultural Significance: Gain insight into how this holiday fosters a sense of community and continuity\, connecting the world of the living with that of the deceased. \nWhy Attend: \n● Cultural Enrichment: Immerse yourself in a significant cultural tradition and deepen your appreciation for Mexican heritage. \n● Creative Expression: Enjoy a creative and relaxing activity as you design your unique plaster skull. \n● Community Building: Connect with others who share an interest in cultural traditions and artistic expression.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/day-of-the-dead-skulls-workshop/
LOCATION:Nuestro Arte Gallery\, 100 W 4th St\, #30\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, 39401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Mississippi Latinx Art Association":MAILTO:mslatinxart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240904T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240813T150934Z
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SUMMARY:Democracy in Action Convening
DESCRIPTION: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 legacy of civil rights icons and veterans of the Mississippi Civil Rights Movement\, featuring a plenary session with Dave Dennis\, Sr. \nOur goal is to inspire youth engagement and foster community building by uplifting the history and lessons of Freedom Summer. We believe this convening will be a meaningful contribution to the ongoing discourse on civil rights and democracy in our state. \nThe Democracy in Action Convening will be held from September 5-7 at the Jackson Convention Center in downtown Jackson\, MS between 9am and 7pm every day. More information on events can be found at democracyinactionconvening.org.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/democracy-in-action-convening/
LOCATION:Jackson Convention Complex\,  105 E Pascagoula St\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="mississippi votes":MAILTO:arekia@msvotes.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240824T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240718T193952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T194720Z
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SUMMARY:Milagros Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhat to Expect \n1. Introduction to Latin Folk Art \n● Explore the Tradition: Learn about the rich history and cultural significance of sacred hearts\, crosses\, and hands decorated with milagros in hispanic folk art. \n● Inspiration Session: Discover how the Latinx community celebrates and depicts these symbols in folk art. \n2. Hands-on Crafting with Milagros \n● Materials Provided: Each participant will receive wooden hearts\, crosses\, and hands\, along with paints\, brushes\, and various milagros (small religious charms) for decoration. \n● Guided Creation: Our experienced instructors will guide participants step-by-step in crafting their unique pieces\, ensuring a fun and engaging experience for all. \n3. Artistic Techniques and Skills \n● Painting and Decorating: Participants will learn basic painting techniques and how to use milagros to decorate their hearts\, crosses\, and hands\, developing their creativity and fine motor skills. \n● Cultural Expression: The workshop will also touch on how different cultures\, especially Latinx traditions\, use these symbols in festivals\, storytelling\, and religious celebrations. \n4. Take Home Your Creation \n● Personalized Pieces: Each participant will leave with their own decorated creation\, a unique piece of art that reflects their creativity and the cultural wonders they have explored. \n5. Fun and Learning Combined \n● Interactive Experience: This workshop is designed to be interactive and educational\, blending art and culture in a way that’s accessible and enjoyable for everyone. \n● Encouraging Creativity: Participants will be encouraged to express themselves and think creatively\, using their imagination to bring their decorated hearts\, crosses\, and hands to life. \nWhy Attend? \n● Cultural Enrichment: Gain insight into the rich cultural heritage of creating sacred hearts\, crosses\, and hands in Latinx traditions and beyond. \n● Eco-Friendly Crafting: Learn the importance of using natural and sustainable materials\, promoting environmental awareness. \n● Creative Fun: Have a blast making colorful\, creative decorations in a supportive and inspiring environment.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/milagros-workshop/
LOCATION:Nuestro Arte Gallery\, 100 W 4th St\, #30\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, 39401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Mississippi Latinx Art Association":MAILTO:mslatinxart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
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SUMMARY:Possumtown Book Fest
DESCRIPTION: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\, and we are proud to have the support of the Mississippi Humanities Council and the Mississippi Book Festival.The Possumtown Book Fest is presented by Friendly City Books and the Friendly City Books Community Connection\, a special project of the CREATE Foundation.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/possumtown-book-fest/
LOCATION:Friendly City Books\, 118 N 5th St.\, Columbus\, Missississippi\, 39701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240729T155101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T215418Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau Lecture: “The Civil Rights Movement in Mississippi”
DESCRIPTION: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 discusses the major people and events of the modern civil rights movement in Mississippi like Emmett Till; Medgar and Myrlie Evers; Ross Barnett; the Citizens’ Council and the Sovereignty Commission; the Freedom Rides; James Meredith and the 1962 integration of Ole Miss; the 1963 Woolworth’s sit-in; leading civil rights organizations like the Council of Federal Organizations\, the Congress of Racial Equality\, the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee\, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference\, and the NAACP; 1964 Freedom Summer; Fannie Lou Hamer; the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party; Anne Moody and Coming of Age in Mississippi; the Meredith March against Fear; and many other topics in the field.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-lecture-the-civil-rights-movement-in-mississippi/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240819T184300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T185617Z
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SUMMARY:“JUSTIN”  film screening and Mental health panel
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nThose attending are encouraged to watch the movie (available for free\, link in bio) and come ready for a lively discussion led by moderator Christina Spann.\n\n\n\nThis program is presented with the generous support of the Mississippi Humanities Council.\n\n\n\nFREE and open to the public.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: https://10432.blackbaudhosting.com/…/College-Students…
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/justin-film-screening-and-mental-health-panel/
LOCATION:Mississippi Museum of Art\, 380 South Lamar Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240718T193840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T204200Z
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SUMMARY:Freedom Trail Marker Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:MHC will unveil the first Freedom Trail marker outside of the state on August 20th in Atlantic City\, New Jersey. This marker will honor the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party and its efforts in the 1964 Democratic Convention. The marker will be installed and unveiled on the Atlantic City boardwalk at JFK Plaza. This ongoing effort not only honors Mississippi’s profound role in the Civil Rights Movement but also underscores its national significance. \nIn the evening after the unveiling ceremony\, the MHC will partner with the New Jersey Humanities Council on a program at Stockton University featuring MFDP veterans and Secretary of the Smithsonian Lonnie Bunch. \nIn June 2024\, the MHC unveiled five new markers to the Mississippi Freedom Trail. In celebration of the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer\, each marker unveiled had a connection to the pivotal work of Mississippi’s Freedom Summer Project.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/freedom-trail-marker-unveiling/
LOCATION:Atlantic City Board Walk\, Atlantic City\, NJ\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240807T201947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T201947Z
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SUMMARY:Museum After Hours "Nuestro Mississippi"
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Museum After Hours\, on August 15 at 5 PM we’re celebrating the opening of the special exhibition “Nuestro Mississippi.” \nThis stunning collection of photographs by Rojelio Rodriguez captures the resilience\, historical impact\, and ongoing contributions of Mississippi’s Hispanic community. \nThe evening will feature artmaking\, music\, dancing\, food trucks\, a pop-up exhibition and a vibrant atmosphere that honors the cultural richness of our state. \nDon‘t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the stories and beauty of “Nuestro Mississippi.”
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/museum-after-hours-nuestro-mississippi/
LOCATION:Mississippi Museum of Art\, 380 South Lamar Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240718T190102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T190102Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Screening: An Ordinary Hero
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a screening of An Ordinary Hero: The True Story of Joan Trumpauer Mulholland at 2 p.m. on Sunday\, August 11\, in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium of the Two Mississippi Museums. \nThis film explores the life of Joan Trumpauer Mulholland\, who witnessed the realities of segregation and racism firsthand and participated in the Civil Rights Movement. At just 19 years old\, Mulholland had participated in more than three dozen protests and was put on death row after joining the Freedom Rides. \nThis screening is part of the ongoing Sunday Screenings at the Two Mississippi Museums and is followed by a Q&A session.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sunday-screening-an-ordinary-hero/
LOCATION:TWO MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMS\, 222 NORTH STREET \, JACKSON\, MS\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240810T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240806T173121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T133657Z
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SUMMARY:Nuestro Mississippi Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening of the special exhibition Nuestro Mississippi\, a collection of photographs by photographer Rojelio Rodriguez\, documenting Mississippi’s Hispanic community—their resilience\, historical impact\, and ongoing contributions to Mississippi culture. This opening celebration will feature art-making\, music\, food\, and a conversation with between the artist and community leaders.\n\n\nThis project and its presentation at MMA are the result of a unique partnership between the Mississippi Humanities Council (MHC) and the Immigrant Alliance for Justice & Equity (IAJE). The exhibition is on view August 10 – October 13\, 2024.\n—————————————————————-\nCelebración de apertura 10 de agosto | De 2 a 5 p. m.\n\n\nÚnase a la apertura de la exposición especial Nuestro Mississippi\, una colección de fotografías del fotógrafo Rojelio Rodriguez que documentan la comunidad hispana de Mississippi: su resiliencia\, impacto histórico y contribuciones continuas a la cultura de la zona. Esta celebración de apertura incluirá un espacio de creación de arte\, música\, comida\, y una conversación entre el artista y dirigentes de la comunidad.\n\n\nEste proyecto y su presentación en el MMA son el resultado de una asociación única entre el Consejo de Humanidades de Mississippi (Mississippi Humanities Council\, MHC) y la Alianza de Inmigrantes por la Justicia y la Equidad (Immigrant Alliance for Justice & Equity\, IAJE). La exposición estará disponible del 10 de agosto al 13 de octubre de 2024.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/nuestro-mississippi-exhibit/
LOCATION:Mississippi Museum of Art\, 380 South Lamar Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240810T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240718T185806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T194402Z
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SUMMARY:Spirit Dolls Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 the Mississippi Humanities Council. \nWhat to Expect: \nJoin us for a unique and enriching workshop where we dive into the ancient art of crafting spirit dolls. These enchanting dolls\, made from simple materials like wooden sticks and fabric scraps\, are not just decorative objects; they hold personal messages and serve as powerful symbols of intention\, protection\, and spiritual connection. \nSpirit dolls have been a part of human culture for centuries\, appearing in various forms across the globe. In many Native American cultures\, spirit dolls are used in healing rituals and ceremonies. Similarly\, in European folklore\, poppets are crafted as protective charms. In African and Caribbean traditions\, dolls are often used in spiritual practices to represent ancestors or deities. These dolls serve as a physical representation of prayers\, wishes\, and intentions\, making them powerful tools for personal and spiritual expression. \nWhat You Will Learn: \nCrafting Techniques: \n● Explore traditional and modern techniques for crafting spirit dolls using natural materials. \n● Learn how to assemble and adorn your doll with fabric\, yarn\, and other decorative \nelements. \nMaterials Provided: \n● Wooden sticks and branches \n● Fabric scraps \n● Yarn\, ribbons\, and beads \n● Glue\, Rafia\, Cutting tools \nCultural Context: \n● History and Significance: Discover the ancient origins of spirit dolls\, which appear in various forms across cultures worldwide. From Native American healing rituals to European protective charms\, and African spiritual practices\, explore the diverse cultural uses and symbolism of these dolls. \n● Traditional Practices: Understand how spirit dolls are used as tools for manifestation\, meditation\, and spiritual connection in different cultural traditions. \n● Personal Meaning: Create a doll that reflects your own intentions\, aspirations\, or personal journey\, imbuing it with symbolic significance and spiritual energy. \nWhy Attend: \n● Creative Exploration: Engage in a hands-on creative process that encourages self-expression and personal reflection. \n● Cultural Enrichment: Learn about ancient traditions and their relevance in contemporary spiritual practices. \n● Spiritual Connection: Craft a meaningful object that serves as a tangible representation of your intentions and spiritual journey.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/spirit-dolls-workshop/
LOCATION:Nuestro Arte Gallery\, 100 W 4th St\, #30\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, 39401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Mississippi Latinx Art Association":MAILTO:mslatinxart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240729T153508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T153609Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers’ Series: Mississippi to Africa Migration
DESCRIPTION:Please come to all three of our MS Humanities Guest Speakers’ presentations! Each will present their research on the history of the Mississippi to Africa migration! Look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-series-mississippi-to-africa-migration-2/
LOCATION:Historic Natchez Foundation\, 108 S. Commerce St.\, Natchez\, MS\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240729T204530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T204530Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: The Mississippi Plan and the Rise of Jim Crow
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Robert Luckett will present a lecture about The Mississippi Plan. \n After the Civil War\, African Americans in the South\, newly freed\, expressed a tangible optimism that led to the reuniting of families\, the development of social institutions like the black church\, the rise of cultural expressions like the Blues and jazz\, the establishment of black-owned businesses and other economic endeavors\, and the wielding of significant political power. On the other hand\, as Dr. Luckett explains in this talk\, most white southerners\, especially in Mississippi\, saw this rise of black social\, economic and political power as a direct threat to their hegemony\, which had been so well established during the era of slavery\, and whites sought to “redeem” their place in the southern hierarchy through violent extra-legal measures like lynching and through the realm of law. The invention of Jim Crow and what became known as the “Mississippi Plan” became the models for the rest of the South. The Mississippi Plan and Jim Crow stood on the shoulders of black disfranchisement\, segregation and sharecropping to guarantee white power as well as second-class citizenship for African Americans throughout the South\, a status black southerners have fought ever since.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-the-mississippi-plan-and-the-rise-of-jim-crow/
LOCATION:South Mississippi Genealogy & Historical Society\, 307 2nd Ave \, Hattiesburg \, MS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240729T152808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T152808Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers' Series: Mississippi to Africa Migration
DESCRIPTION:Please come to all three of our MS Humanities Guest Speakers’ presentations! Each will present their research on the history of the Mississippi to Africa migration! Look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-series-mississippi-to-africa-migration/
LOCATION:Historic Natchez Foundation\, 108 S. Commerce St.\, Natchez\, MS\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240718T185613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T151743Z
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SUMMARY:We Are the Promised Land
DESCRIPTION:We Are the Promised Land is an altar to Black land legacies in the Mississippi Hill Country that centers the Hollowells and Foxfire Ranch in Waterford\, Mississippi. With all the Black land loss stories in Mississippi\, “We Are the Promised Land\,” explores how the Hollowell family has kept their land for over a century\, and the sacrifices\, risks and cultural mechanisms that made it possible. Through a podcast\, poetry\, photography and video we offer kaleidoscopic views of the region to engage a conversation about inheritance – What echoes of our ancestors suggest that we are their afterlife? How do we create the afterlife they deserve? \nOur online “virtual altar” will serve as a repository for the podcast\, poetry and other written pieces\, artwork\, video and photography. The podcast and poetry are centered in and derived from oral history and interviews. The physical altar will be filmed and photographed and the photos and video of the altar will serve as an interface through which the other media is presented. \n7/1- 11/1 virtual altar creation\n8/1/24 – 8/31/24 In-person Podcast Screening/Listening Party in Mississippi at Foxfire Ranch
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/we-are-the-promised-land/
LOCATION:MS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240729T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240729T000000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240729T200206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T200206Z
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SUMMARY:MS John Hurt Blues Festival Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Mt Zion Memorial Fund for Blues\, Music\, and Justice (MZMF) will partner with the Mississippi John Hurt Foundation (MJHF) to present a two-day celebration of the life and musical legacy of Carroll County native Mississippi John Hurt on October 5-6\, 2024. The event will take place on the former site of the Mississippi John Hurt Museum\, which burned to the ground in February on County Road 109 in the Avalon community of Carroll County. \nThe celebration will include a Saturday afternoon Memorial Walk to Hurt’s gravesite and granite memorial located approximately one mile from the Mississippi John Hurt Museum site. Other events include a guitar playing workshop on Sunday afternoon\, and a musical program featuring the songs of Mississippi John Hurt. We also will feature speeches about Hurt’s contributions to the Mississippi Blues. Held at St. James Missionary Baptist Church\, which is located on the Hurt Museum site. \nFeatured performers at these events will include visual artist\, quilter\, and organizer Ravin Hill Lovett. She will lead a workshop on quilting at the event\, and she will produce a collaboratively designed and fabricated quilt for MZMF reflecting the long history of Black Freedom Struggle. \nhttps://arts.ms.gov/artist/ravin-hill-lovett/ \nDetails of the celebration will be posted on the MZMF and MJHF website: https://mtzionmemorialfund.com/ and on the MJHF website: http://msjohnhurtfoundation.org/.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/ms-john-hurt-blues-festival-symposium/
LOCATION:Mississippi John Hurt Museum\, 1969-2099 Co Rd 109\, Carrollton\, ms\, 38917
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023137
CREATED:20240718T185436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T151715Z
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SUMMARY:Folkloric Workshops
DESCRIPTION: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. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to create unique pieces of folk art while learning about the archival materials that document social and cultural life for early migrants. Additionally\, the audience will have a chance to discuss the contemporary experiences of Latinos based on oral history interviews and ethnographic fieldwork conducted by anthropologists Simone Delerme and Michael Perez. The audience will learn about how Latinos are being incorporated into social and cultural life in Mississippi\, the challenges articulated by oral history narrators from a 2020 collection on Latinos in Oxford\, and the strategies for preserving elements of Latin American and Caribbean culture in their Mississippi communities. These workshops are part of a larger initiative to create an oral history archive at the University of Mississippi that features Latin artists from the region.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/folkloric-workshops/
LOCATION:Nuestro Arte Gallery\, 100 W 4th St\, #30\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, 39401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Mississippi Latinx Art Association":MAILTO:mslatinxart@gmail.com
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