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SUMMARY:Screening of BEYOND
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Film Society\, in partnership with the Mississippi Humanities Council\, is pleased to invite you to a special free screening of BEYOND on Tuesday\, June 9th\, at 7 pm\, at the Capri Theatre in Fondren. Before the screening\, Big House Books will set up in the lobby to give out swag and accept donations. Please come out to support this important film and Big House Books!\n\n\nCheck out the trailer.\n\n\nTickets are limited\, so reserve yours today!
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/15264/
LOCATION:Capri Theatre\, 3023 N State St\,\, Jackson\, 39216\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Big House Books":MAILTO:info@bighousebooksms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T133000
DTSTAMP:20260227T181231Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T181231Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: “The Marquis de Lafayette Visits Mississippi"
DESCRIPTION:William “Brother” Rogers presents “The Marquis de Lafayette Visits Mississippi” \nIn 1825\, the Marquis de Lafayette visited Natchez on his farewell tour of America. Learn more about who he was and why this historic event was significant.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-the-marquis-de-lafayette-visits-mississippi-2/
LOCATION:Margaret Reed Crosby Memorial Library\, 900 Goodyear Blvd\, Picayune\, 39466\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T190256Z
CREATED:20260429T190256Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: “Spanish Dons in Colonial Mississippi: The Spanish roots of Mississippi’s Cotton Kingdom"
DESCRIPTION:Christian Pinnen presents “Spanish Dons in Colonial Mississippi: The Spanish roots of Mississippi’s Cotton Kingdom.” \nSpain has a short\, but important part in Mississippi’s history. Between 1779 and 1798\, Spanish administrators sought to wrangle profits and people in small outpost\, most prominently Natchez\, along the Mississippi River. Enforcing Spanish laws and customs in a polyglot and largely Anglo-American population proved treacherous and created economic and social dynamics that gave rise to more than one chaotic episode as people tried to gain influence and power along the Mississippi.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-spanish-dons-in-colonial-mississippi-the-spanish-roots-of-mississippis-cotton-kingdom-2/
LOCATION:Carriage House\, 401 High St\, Natchez\, MS\, 39120\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T190000
DTSTAMP:20260323T234005Z
CREATED:20260323T233946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T234005Z
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SUMMARY:Everlasting Screening – Meridian
DESCRIPTION:Everlasting: Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers will be screening at The MAX – The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience thanks to a partnership between Mississippi Public Broadcasting\, the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Institute\, and the Mississippi Humanities Council. This original documentary from MPB explores the profound life\, courage\, and enduring influence of civil rights leader Medgar Wiley Evers.\nThe screening is free and open to the public and will be followed by a panel discussion on Evers’ legacy.\nSaturday\, June 13\, 5 p.m. – The MAX – The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/everlasting-screening-4/
LOCATION:The MAX\, 2118 Front St\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260302T221236Z
CREATED:20260206T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T221236Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi – Mississippi250
DESCRIPTION:The Yoknapatawpha Arts Council will expand its annual June Summer Sunset Concert Series with a special July 4th celebration in Oxford in 2026. The project blends live concerts highlighting Mississippi’s musical traditions with historian-curated readings and writing prompts on democracy\, plus short documentary films exploring how Mississippi’s culture shapes the arts. Designed as a free\, multimedia program\, it aims to celebrate the state’s musical and democratic heritage\, foster community reflection\, and engage diverse audiences across generations. \nThe series will highlight a different element of Mississippi’s musical legacy each week—blues\, gospel\, country\, rock and roll\, and other traditions—while pairing each concert with a community writing prompt curated from historical writings on democracy. A historian will be engaged to compile a list of significant texts and excerpts related to democracy in America\, with particular emphasis on Mississippi’s history and culture. This curated collection will then be adapted into age-appropriate reading lists and reflection questions\, ensuring accessibility for both students and adults. \nDates: \n\nSunday\, June 7\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 14\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 21\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 28\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSaturday\, July 4\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-mississippi250-2/
LOCATION:The Grove Stage\, University of Mississippi\, 49 University Ave\, University\, MS\, 38677\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Yoknapatawpha Arts Council":MAILTO:yacdirector@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T164627Z
CREATED:20260501T164627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T164627Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: “Utica Normal & Industrial Institute: The Legacy of William H. Holtzclaw”
DESCRIPTION:Jean Greene presents “Utica Normal & Industrial Institute: The Legacy of William H. Holtzclaw” \nBooker Taliaferro Washington was an educator\, reformer\, and one of the most influential African American intellectuals of the 19th and early 20th centuries. He was the first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute and was responsible for its development. Washington’s influence over Southern Black Education was extensive. He cultivated the spread of vocational schools for African American students throughout the South. Several of the schools established using his Tuskegee model still exist today. His vision of education for young Black men and women is very much in evidence in Mississippi. One of his chief lieutenants\, Charles Banks\, and the jewel in the crown of the Tuskegee Machine\, Utica Normal Institute\, were located in Mississippi. William Henry Holtzclaw\, the son of former slaves and mentee of Washington\, founded the Utica Normal & Industrial as a ‘Little Tuskegee’ in Utica in 1903. Now known as Hinds Community College’s Utica Campus\, the campus retains its HBCU status and traditions. This presentation discusses Booker T. Washington and his influence on Southern Black Education. It evaluates the ‘Little Tuskegee’ concept and gives an overview of the Utica Institute from its founding in the Jim Crow-era South through the Civil Rights years and beyond.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-utica-normal-industrial-institute-the-legacy-of-william-h-holtzclaw/
LOCATION:Country Woods Baptist Church\, 6737 S Siwell Rd\, Byram\, MS\, 39272\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Byram Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@byramchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T155545Z
CREATED:20260508T140810Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: "Natchez in the Early American Economy"
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Susan Gaunt Stearns presents “Natchez in the Early American Economy.” \nDr. Susan Gaunt Stearns is an associate professor of history at the University of Mississippi. She currently teaches courses on US history\, the history of the colonial and Revolutionary era America\, the history of Mississippi\, as well as graduate courses on historical methods and teaching history. Her research focuses on western expansion and its relationship to the creation of the United States and the development of the American and global economies. Her book\, Empire of Commerce: The Closing of the Mississippi and the Opening of Atlantic Trade\, received Southern Methodist University’s Center for Presidential History’s book prize for 2024. She is currently working on a book examining the history of Memphis from pre-history to the American Revolution.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-natchez-in-the-early-american-economy-2/
LOCATION:Mary Ricks Thornton Cultural Center\, 200 North Huntington\, Kosciusko\, MS\, 39090\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T222022Z
CREATED:20260409T222022Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi: Seeds of Freedom Pavilion Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the completion of the Seeds of Freedom Pavilion at the Mississippi Delta Nature and Learning Center. This space commemorates individuals and groups that have worked and sacrificed for food sovereignty and agricultural innovation right here in the Mississippi Delta. This area honors their lives and legacy and shows how our community has been actively involved in the fight for freedom through access to basic needs. We look forward to celebrating with you June 18th from 5:00-7:00pm at 1950 Lisa Drive Ext Greenville\, MS 38703.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-seeds-of-freedom-pavilion-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Mississippi Delta Nature and Learning Center\, 1950 Lisa Drive\, Greenville\, MS\, 38703\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Delta Nature and Learning Center":MAILTO:education@msdeltanature.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260409T213807Z
CREATED:20260409T213807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T213807Z
UID:15015-1781827200-1781913599@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi: Keepers of the Coast: Preserving Black History at the Pleasant Reed House
DESCRIPTION:Keepers of the Coast: Preserving Black History at the Pleasant Reed House OOMA will update the Pleasant Reed House into an accessible\, permanent learning hub for Biloxi’s Black history. Funding restores the historic front door\, builds three film rooms\, completes ADA-forward A/V\, and finishes the Joys & Blues of East Biloxi documentary. The rooms will loop three shorts—City Within a City\, The Biloxi Wade-Ins\, and Joys & Blues. Launching with MLK Day and Juneteenth programs\, these upgrades create daily\, barrier-free access for visitors\, students\, and elders year-round.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-keepers-of-the-coast-preserving-black-history-at-the-pleasant-reed-house/
LOCATION:Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art\, 386 Beach Blvd.\, Biloxi\, MS\, 39530
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T182132Z
CREATED:20260505T182132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T182132Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Screening: Caravan of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free event featuring a screening of Caravan of Hope at 2 p.m. on Sunday\, June 21\, in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium at the Two Mississippi Museums. This 60-minute documentary tells the powerful story of how a Memphis-based radio station\, WDIA\, and a small Mississippi town\, Mound Bayou\, joined forces to save a symbol of Black resilience. Mound Bayou\, one of the most successful all-Black towns in America\, was on the brink of collapse by the mid-twentieth century. Archival footage\, photographs\, and interviews show how WDIA\, the first Black-programmed radio station in the United States\, raised the funds to revive the town. Following the screening\, a panel conversation will feature directors Castel Sweet and Antonio Tarrell\, with moderator Nina Parikh of Film Mississippi. For more information\, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sunday-screening-caravan-of-hope/
LOCATION:TWO MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMS\, 222 NORTH STREET \, JACKSON\, MS\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T200000
DTSTAMP:20260206T201726Z
CREATED:20260206T201254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T201726Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi – Mississippi250
DESCRIPTION:The Yoknapatawpha Arts Council will expand its annual June Summer Sunset Concert Series with a special July 4th celebration in Oxford in 2026. The project blends live concerts highlighting Mississippi’s musical traditions with historian-curated readings and writing prompts on democracy\, plus short documentary films exploring how Mississippi’s culture shapes the arts. Designed as a free\, multimedia program\, it aims to celebrate the state’s musical and democratic heritage\, foster community reflection\, and engage diverse audiences across generations. \nThe series will highlight a different element of Mississippi’s musical legacy each week—blues\, gospel\, country\, rock and roll\, and other traditions—while pairing each concert with a community writing prompt curated from historical writings on democracy. A historian will be engaged to compile a list of significant texts and excerpts related to democracy in America\, with particular emphasis on Mississippi’s history and culture. This curated collection will then be adapted into age-appropriate reading lists and reflection questions\, ensuring accessibility for both students and adults. \nDates: \n\nSunday\, June 7\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 14\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 21\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 28\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSaturday\, July 4\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-mississippi250-3/
LOCATION:The Grove Stage\, University of Mississippi\, 49 University Ave\, University\, MS\, 38677\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Yoknapatawpha Arts Council":MAILTO:yacdirector@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260205T230501Z
CREATED:20260205T230501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T230501Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Long Beach 4th of July Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:The Long Beach 4th of July Jubilee will take place on Saturday\, June 27th in Downtown Long Beach\, offering a full day of family-friendly programming that celebrates community\, tradition\, and Mississippi culture. The celebration begins with an outdoor festival featuring local vendors\, artisans\, and food booths\, showcasing Gulf Coast crafts\, cuisine\, and small businesses. \n  \nThe event continues with a patriotic parade rolling through downtown\, honoring our community’s spirit and service. The parade includes local families\, civic groups\, youth organizations\, veterans\, military personnel\, and a selected Grand Marshal\, reflecting the values of pride\, unity\, and gratitude. \n  \nFollowing the parade\, the city will host a block party with live music\, highlighting Mississippi musicians and bringing residents together in a joyful\, shared experience. The evening culminates with a fireworks show on the beach\, where families and friends gather along the shoreline\, on boats\, and throughout downtown to watch the display over the Gulf\, a tradition that brings generations together and celebrates the place we call home. \n  \nThis full-day celebration strengthens community connections\, supports local vendors and artists\, and honors the cultural traditions that define Long Beach and Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. \n 
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-long-beach-4th-of-july-jubilee/
LOCATION:The City of Long Beach\, 201 Jeff Davis Ave\, Long Beach\, MS\, 39560\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T222446Z
CREATED:20260409T222446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T222446Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi: Columbia Freedom Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Columbia Freedom Festival is a premier Fourth of July celebration designed to bring together families\, visitors\, and communities from across the Gulf South for a day of patriotism\, entertainment\, and connection. Hosted by the City of Columbia\, this annual event transforms downtown into a vibrant destination filled with live music\, local vendors\, family-friendly activities\, and a powerful celebration of American heritage. From the energy of the Liberty Stage to the charm of the Americana Market\, every detail is designed to create an experience that is both memorable and meaningful. More than just a festival\, this event reflects the spirit of Columbia—welcoming\, proud\, and rooted in tradition—while positioning the city as a regional destination for Independence Day celebrations. As an official partner event of Freedom250\, the Columbia Freedom Festival is part of a larger national movement honoring 250 years of American independence\, making it not only a celebration of today—but a tribute to the legacy that built it. Whether you’re here for the music\, the food\, the fireworks\, or the community\, the Columbia Freedom Festival is where tradition meets experience—and where freedom is celebrated together.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-columbia-freedom-festival/
LOCATION:622 Main St\, Columbia\, MS 39429\, USA\, 622 Main St\, Columbia\, MS\, 39429\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T170755Z
CREATED:20260605T163822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T170755Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - We the People
DESCRIPTION:Golf Cart and Bicycle Parade ending at Town Green. Patriotic music playing throughout the event from the Town Green stage. Food trucks. I Spy a Hometown Hero scavenger hunt on the Town Green. Coloring contest divided into Pre-K-2\, 3rd-5th grades. Storytelling. Artisan vendors.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-we-the-people/
LOCATION:510 North Main Street\, Poplarville\, MS\, USA\, 510 North Main Street\, Poplarville\, MS\, 39470\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260622T160520Z
CREATED:20260622T160520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T160520Z
UID:15346-1782579600-1782594000@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate America 250 as Rez Life presents a patriotic good time with Fireworks on June 27th on the banks of two Reservoir locations simultaneously\, complete with Live Music\, Food & Beer Vendors\, and Kid Zones. Rezidents and visitors can choose between our Old Trace Park in Ridgeland or Bobby Cleveland Park at Lakeshore on the Rankin County side. Fireworks at 9 with patriotic music playing on MIX 98.7. Sponsored by WJTV\, Dijio Strategies\, Wilco General Contractors\, and a special thank you to Kathryn’s Restaurant for your help in making this event Great. This official America 250 project was made by a grant from the Mississippi Humanities Council through support from the State of Mississippi.\nFree Admission\, so please be cautious of people selling tickets.No Outside Food or Beverage and NO TENTSPet FriendlyOld Trace Park: https://goo.gl/maps/LQzEpHHhyutEDtRo7(parking at Madison Landing)Lakeshore Park: https://goo.gl/maps/qks1dAxunz2JPdNR6(parking at soccer fields and YMCA)
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-independence-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Old Trace Park\, 422 Post Rd\, Ridgeland\, MS\, 39157\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T200000
DTSTAMP:20260206T201732Z
CREATED:20260206T201352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T201732Z
UID:14559-1782669600-1782676800@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi – Mississippi250
DESCRIPTION:The Yoknapatawpha Arts Council will expand its annual June Summer Sunset Concert Series with a special July 4th celebration in Oxford in 2026. The project blends live concerts highlighting Mississippi’s musical traditions with historian-curated readings and writing prompts on democracy\, plus short documentary films exploring how Mississippi’s culture shapes the arts. Designed as a free\, multimedia program\, it aims to celebrate the state’s musical and democratic heritage\, foster community reflection\, and engage diverse audiences across generations. \nThe series will highlight a different element of Mississippi’s musical legacy each week—blues\, gospel\, country\, rock and roll\, and other traditions—while pairing each concert with a community writing prompt curated from historical writings on democracy. A historian will be engaged to compile a list of significant texts and excerpts related to democracy in America\, with particular emphasis on Mississippi’s history and culture. This curated collection will then be adapted into age-appropriate reading lists and reflection questions\, ensuring accessibility for both students and adults. \nDates: \n\nSunday\, June 7\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 14\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 21\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 28\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSaturday\, July 4\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-mississippi250-4/
LOCATION:The Grove Stage\, University of Mississippi\, 49 University Ave\, University\, MS\, 38677\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Yoknapatawpha Arts Council":MAILTO:yacdirector@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T151605Z
CREATED:20260605T151605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T151605Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Star Spangled Celebration on the River
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Star Spangled Celebration on the River is going to be bigger\, more meaningful\, and more patriotic than ever as we celebrate America’s 250th! We are excited to officially launch this year’s celebration at Petal River Park and Chain Park alongside our incredible partners. This year also introduces our new Red\, White\, Blue and a Healthy You campaign in partnership with Forrest Health! A campaign focused on honoring veterans\, promoting preventative health\, encouraging activity\, and bringing our community together in a special way. Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with live music\, family fun\, patriotic moments\, an AMAZING FIREWORK SHOW\, and a celebration our community will never forget. Made possible in part through grants from the Mississippi Humanities Council and America250MS.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-star-spangled-celebration-on-the-river/
LOCATION:Chain Park in Hattiesburg\, 5619 Hwy 42\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, 39401\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Petal Area Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@petalchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T193000
DTSTAMP:20260622T152302Z
CREATED:20260622T152302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T152302Z
UID:15318-1783099800-1783107000@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Stars\, Stripes and Seafood
DESCRIPTION:Stars\, Stripes and Seafood: Honoring Biloxi’s Seafood Founding Fathers \nAn America250 Celebration\, July 3\, 5:30-7:30 p.m.\, Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum\, 115 1st St. \nEnjoy re-enactments from “The Five Founding Fathers of the Seafood Industry.”\nRefreshments served. Free admission. Details: 228-435-6254
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-stars-stripes-and-seafood/
LOCATION:Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum\, 115 1st St\, Biloxi\, MS\, 39530-4703\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
DTSTAMP:20260114T170122Z
CREATED:20260114T162255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T170122Z
UID:14304-1783123200-1786838399@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Spark! Places of Innovation exhibit in Meridian
DESCRIPTION:Spark! Places of Innovation exhibit in Meridian\n \nJoin MHC in Meridian for the Spark! Places of Innovation tour of Mississippi! \nJuly 4-August15\, 2026\nSoule Steam Museum  \n601-693-9905 | industrialheritagemuseum.com\nExhibit hours: \nAcross 2026-2027\, the Mississippi Humanities Council presents Spark! Places of Innovation\, a Smithsonian traveling exhibit touring Utica\, Meridian\, Greenville\, Oxford\, Hattiesburg\, and Gulfport. Special thanks to our statewide sponsor\, Cadence Bank\, for making this possible! \nABOUT SPARK!:\nThe story of human history is written in inventions and innovations. Across our nation. And right here in Mississippi. Join us in 2026-2027 to catch a new Smithsonian traveling exhibit touring the state…and spark some new ideas of your own. \nSpark! uses photographs\, digital stories\, objects\, and interactive elements to explore the places\, people\, and circumstances that ignite innovation and invention in rural communities across our nation. The exhibit also offers a springboard for diverse local programming\, spotlighting the stories\, ideas\, and innovations of Mississippians — and a call to contribute to the future of the towns we call home.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/spark-places-of-innovation-exhibit-in-meridian/
LOCATION:Soule’ Steam Works\, 1808 4th Street\, Meridian \, MS 
ORGANIZER;CN="Soule Steam Works":MAILTO:soulelivesteam@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T220000
DTSTAMP:20260622T171018Z
CREATED:20260622T171018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T171018Z
UID:15352-1783157400-1783202400@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - PONTOTOC’S FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
DESCRIPTION: PONTOTOC’S FOURTH OF JULY BIRTHDAY BASH\nHelp us celebrate America’s 250th birthday!\nThis is the list of events for the 2026 4th of July holiday!\nMark your calendars and plan to attend this amazing event!
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-pontotocs-fourth-of-july-celebration/
LOCATION:Pontotoc Chamber of Commerce\, 109 N Main St\, Pontotoc\, MS\, 38863\, United States
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Lena Hometown 4th of July
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, July 4th for the Lena 4th of July! Beginning at 11:00 on July 4th with a Classic Car show featuring the Carthage Cruisers along with cars from other groups across Mississippi. They will be cruising into the center of town and setting up for display. The fire department will open with activities for the kids and snow cones! Craft vendors will be set up in town along with several other activities during the day. 13 South Productions will have a movie preview of their film “The Last American House Party” showing in their vintage building in the center of town along with a Blue’s guitarists playing live. This is the film that will be shown at the America 250 Celebration in Washington D.C. to represent the State of Mississippi. Ellis Farmer’s Market and C’s BBQ will be open for lunch with pulled pork\, ribs and smoked chicken. JukeBox Junction will also be open with live music and great foods! At 3:00\, opening ceremonies begin on the Main Stage at Fireworks Field with live music all afternoon. The Main Stage program includes Bluegrass with the Parkers\, Southern Gospel with Matt Hill\, and a magic show for the kids featuring Dorien LaChance along with a watermelon eating contest for all ages! We will be giving away $200 to the best dressed patriotic kid for kids 12 years and under sponsored by The Carthaginian! At 7:00 we will have a Veteran’s Program featuring selections from “For God and Country” with Pine Grove Pentecostal Church followed by Cornerstone Worship. Fireworks will begin at 9:00pm with Pelahatchie Pyros. Food Trucks will also be available at the Main Stage all afternoon with Point Blank Grilling\, Gator’s Snow Cones\, Ma’ and Pa’s Kettle Korn & Lemonade\, and T & T’s Concessions. Please no coolers and no alcohol!
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-lena-hometown-4th-of-july/
LOCATION:Lena City Hall\, 1007 Grand Ave\, Lena\, MS\, 39094\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Lena":MAILTO:townoflena@att.net
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - July 4th Celebration with Rising Stars Fife and Drum Band
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate America’s 250th at The MAX with a free performance by Rising Stars Fife and Drum Band. \n \n\nLed by “Fife Master” Shardé Thomas\, granddaughter of the legendary Othar Turner\, and percussionist Chris Mallory\, their performance will honor freedom in all its forms: our nation’s independence\, the emancipation of a people\, and the creative spirit that defines Mississippi’s global artistic impact. \nCome early and shop fresh produce at Earth’s Bounty\, plus enjoy free admission to The MAX (special hours: 9 am-3 pm). \nStop by the Alexander Family Church Gallery to view an episode of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood featuring Othar Turner\, Jessie Mae Hemphill\, and Abe Young\, legends of Mississippi Hill Country fife and drum music\, on loop through August 1 (courtesy of Fred Rogers Productions). \n 
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-july-4th-celebration-with-rising-stars-fife-and-drum-band/
LOCATION:The MAX\, 2118 Front St\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The MAX":MAILTO:info@msarts.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T220000
DTSTAMP:20260622T154735Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Meridian's 250th Anniversary Celebration of America
DESCRIPTION:Meridian\, Mississippi\, is preparing for a full day of celebration as we mark America’s 250th birthday on Saturday\, July 4.\nThe day will include live entertainment\, the America 250 Parade\, a community ceremony\, family activities\, and a fireworks spectacular to close out the evening. \n \nFor parade information\, call 601-485-1998.\nThe City of Meridian\, Mississippi’s Community Development Team extends sincere appreciation to our Celebration Partners whose support\, collaboration and commitment are helping make this historic community celebration possible. Special thanks to Visit Meridian\, Mississippi Power\, Mitchell Distributing\, Magnolia Beverage Company\, Mississippi Humanities\, and 1st Mississippi Federal Credit Union for partnering with us as we celebrate 250 years of American independence. \nTogether\, these partners are helping create a day of community\, patriotism\, music\, family fun and celebration for Meridian and East Mississippi.\n“Join us in Downtown Meridian as we celebrate America’s past\, honor its present and look forward to its future.”\nCommunity Development Director Terrell Thompson
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-meridians-250th-anniversary-celebration-of-america/
LOCATION:Meridian Town Hall\, 601 23rd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Meridian":MAILTO:cityhall@meridianms.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T213000
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Red\, White & Biloxi: An America250 Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Red\, White\, and Biloxi: An America250 Celebration\, July 4\, 5-9:30 p.m. Biloxi Town Green 710 Beach Blvd. Family-friendly celebration honoring the nation’s heritage with music\, history\, entertainment\, and fireworks. Patriotic music\, a dramatic presentation at 7 p.m.\, Unfazed Show & Band at 9 p.m.\, vendors\, food trucks\, and fireworks. Free admission. Details: 228-435-6339
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-red-white-biloxi-an-america250-celebration/
LOCATION:Biloxi Town Green\, 710 Beach Boulevard\, Biloxi\, MS\, 39531\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T200000
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi – Mississippi250
DESCRIPTION:The Yoknapatawpha Arts Council will expand its annual June Summer Sunset Concert Series with a special July 4th celebration in Oxford in 2026. The project blends live concerts highlighting Mississippi’s musical traditions with historian-curated readings and writing prompts on democracy\, plus short documentary films exploring how Mississippi’s culture shapes the arts. Designed as a free\, multimedia program\, it aims to celebrate the state’s musical and democratic heritage\, foster community reflection\, and engage diverse audiences across generations. \nThe series will highlight a different element of Mississippi’s musical legacy each week—blues\, gospel\, country\, rock and roll\, and other traditions—while pairing each concert with a community writing prompt curated from historical writings on democracy. A historian will be engaged to compile a list of significant texts and excerpts related to democracy in America\, with particular emphasis on Mississippi’s history and culture. This curated collection will then be adapted into age-appropriate reading lists and reflection questions\, ensuring accessibility for both students and adults. \nDates: \n\nSunday\, June 7\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 14\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 21\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 28\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.\nSaturday\, July 4\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-mississippi250-5/
LOCATION:The Grove Stage\, University of Mississippi\, 49 University Ave\, University\, MS\, 38677\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Yoknapatawpha Arts Council":MAILTO:yacdirector@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T162514Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - 100th Birthday of the Lawrence County Civic Center Building
DESCRIPTION:We are planning a party!  \nThank you to the Mississippi250 Grant Committee with the Mississippi Humanities Council for our matching grant to provide an America250 Birthday Party for you at your Lawrence County Civic Center! It is an exciting time for our country and for us!Our building will be celebrating its 100th Birthday\, so we will have a double celebration! \nTuesday\, July 7 at 6 pm we will have a short program highlighting our history and then birthday cake and socializing! \nCelebrate our Country and our building with us! More details coming soon! RSVP will be encouraged.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-100th-birthday-of-the-lawrence-county-civic-center-building/
LOCATION:Lawrence County Civic Center\, 125 East Broad Street\, Monticello\, MS\, 39654\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lawrence County Civic Center & Regional Historical Museum":MAILTO:Skharvey1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T151855Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: “Pioneer Toys\, Games\, and Music”
DESCRIPTION:William Arinder presents “Pioneer Toys\, Games\, and Music” on July 9\, 2026\, at 10 a.m. \nA living history program about the early pioneer settlers in Mississippi. Discussion centers around how they dressed\, built their homes\, produced and cooked their food\, created children’s homemade toys\, and made music on the mountain dulcimer. Period clothing worn\, hands-on artifacts display and audience participation encouraged.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-pioneer-toys-games-and-music-3/
LOCATION:Smithville Baptist Church\, 63388 Highway 25 N\, Smithville\, MS\, 38870\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Smithville Baptist Church":MAILTO:smithvillebc@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - America250 Lunch Lecture Series - Mound Bayou Museum & African American History & Culture
DESCRIPTION:This is the third in the series of luncheon lectures coming to the MS Ag & Forestry Museum. The highlight of this lecture will be Mound Bayou Museum & African American History & Culture. In the Heritage Center Auditorium\, July 10th from Noon – 1PM.\nRev. Darryl Johnson & Hermon Johnson\, present a program about the Mound Bayou Museum of African American Culture and History\, located in Bolivar County\, MS\, preserves the legacy of one of America’s first independent\, all-Black towns founded in 1887 by former slaves.\nThis official America250 project was made possible by a grant from the Mississippi Humanities Council\, through support from the State of Mississippi.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-america250-lunch-lecture-series-mound-bayou-museum-african-american-history-culture/
LOCATION:Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum\, 1150 Lakeland Drive\, Jackson\, MS\, 39216\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Agricultural & Forestry Museum":MAILTO:msagmuseum@mdac.ms.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T180000
DTSTAMP:20260622T152838Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Corner Reunion
DESCRIPTION:On July 11\, 2026\, Foxfire Ranch invites our kinfolk\, and community to a neighborhood reunion from 10 AM to 6PM celebrating over 250 years of Black land stewardship\, story\, and song. \nRooted in the living traditions from our nook of the North Mississippi Hill Country— the day weaves together remembrance\, planting ceremonies\, community quilting\, podcast listening shrines\, and blues performances into a constellation of culture and connection. \n🤲🏿 Come ready to share a story\, plant a seed\, honor the departed\, and dance — because the promised land has always been within us\, within each other. \n🎟️ RSVPS open this Monday\, 6/22. \nBy the People: Conversations Beyond 250 is a series of community-driven programs created by humanities councils in collaboration with local partners. The initiative was developed by the Federation of State Humanities Councils and the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/dark-corner-reunion/
LOCATION:FoxFire Ranch\, 1465 Old Oxford Road\, Waterford\, MS\, 38685\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="FoxFire Ranch":MAILTO:info@foxfireranch.com
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DTSTAMP:20260507T170944Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Voices of Mid-Mississippi: A Community Time Capsule
DESCRIPTION:Be Part of History! Help Us Fill a Time Capsule! Our library is starting a fun new project called “Voices of Mid-Mississippi: A Community Time Capsule!” We want to save our thoughts and memories from today for people to open in the future—50 years from now\, during the America 300 birthday celebration! \nWhat is a Time Capsule? It is a special container that we will fill with notes and small items from people all across our 5-county area. We are putting the capsule at the Mid-Mississippi Regional Library HQ in Kosciusko\, MS. \nWhat will we put inside? We want to collect your handwritten notes! We will ask you questions like: “What does America mean to you in the context of our local history?” or “How has the library shaped your pursuit of knowledge and community connection?” We will also add things like library bookmarks\, photos of our towns\, and a special message from our local leaders. \nWhy is This Important? Your stories show how our area’s history\, from our towns to places like the library\, makes our community special. The library is a place where people of all ages meet\, and your stories are part of Mississippi’s bigger story! \nHow Can You Join In? We will kick off this exciting event on April 20\, 2026\, during National Library Week! From National Library Week until June 30\, 2026\, we will be collecting your notes and items. Everyone in our 5 counties can participate! Our mobile library will even visit nursing homes and other places to make sure everyone can share their voices. \nAfter we gather everything\, we will have a special ceremony Thursday\, July 2\, 2026\, to commemorate the closing of the time capsule. Stay tuned to midmisslib.com/america250 for further details. Come share your voice and help us celebrate our history and the library’s role in our community! This official America250 project was made possible by a grant from the Mississippi Humanities Council\, through support from the State of Mississippi.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-voices-of-mid-mississippi-a-community-time-capsule/
LOCATION:The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System\, 201 S Huntington St\, Kosciusko\, MS\, 39090\, United States
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