Mississippi Humanities Council

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
2018-11-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government Street, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564
On November 29, the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, in partnership with the Ocean Springs Municipal Library, will host a free and open to the public storytelling program about storms on the Coast. The program will include four primary speakers–Mary Anderson Picard, Rafe O’Neal, Julian Brunt, and Connie Moran–who will discuss how storms have impacted life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Attendees are encouraged to share their own stories. The program will address area of art, industry, food, and entertainment. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-11-28 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 28, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Sci-Cafe
2018-11-27 18:00 - 19:30 | USM Gulf Coast Research Lab, 703 E Beach Drive, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 27, the USM Gulf Coast Research Lab will host its Sci-Cafe with a program on the history and design of the Harrison County Seawall. The program, which will take place in the Research Lab’s Gunter Library, will feature architect Philip Shaw. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

SB: A Look at Mande (West African) Culture Through Traditional Music
2018-11-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Cotton Market Venue, 2644 S. Pearson Rd., Richland, MS, 39218
This presentation will give the listener a glimpse of the Mande Culture of West Africa. In the tradition of the Mande, the history and culture is orally preserved in the minds and through the music of the Djeli (oral librarian/mandenka hereditary professional musicians). The establishment of the Mali Empire can be recalled and retold in the musical piece of the legendary Densoba (great warrior) Sunjata. This discussion explores the function of the Mande music and musical instruments, Mande class system, songs, ceremonies and stories. The discussion also examines the influence of West Africa on American culture and why the djembe was outlawed during slavery. Participants will learn about the djembe, its introduction by drummers like Babatunde Olatunji in 1950 and Ladji Camara from Guinea, and how it spread throughout America.
Speakers Expertise:
Jerry Jenkins is a musician and educator trained in the music of West Africa.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-11-21 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 21, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: The BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
2018-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 20, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a free and open to the public program titled “The BP Oil Spill: Eight Years Later.” The program will feature Steve Shepard, President of the Sierra Club’s Gulf Coast Group, to discuss the environmental implications of the oil spill. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: N2RH2O Kayak & Canoe Trip
2018-11-17 09:30 - 12:30 | MS
On November 17, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library is encouraging Coast residents to join in a free kayak and canoe trip around Jackson County. The trip, “Get N2RH2O!” will celebrate the community’s proximity to and connection with water. The free trip will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
2018-11-15 15:00 - 19:00 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 15, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a free and open to the public about seafood and wildlife on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The program will feature Jessica Rankin and Avery Sward, both from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

The Orators: In the Pursuit of "Happyness"
2018-11-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi State University, Bost Theater, Starkville, MS
The Shackouls Honors College is pleased to continue The Orators program on Wednesday, November 14 with Dr. Corey Keyes. Dr. Keyes, a sociologist and a psychologist in the Department of Sociology at Emory University, will present “Finding Me Through The Search for Happiness” at 2 p.m. Griffis Hall, Room 401 on the MSU campus. As a teacher and a researcher, he is best known for his work in “positive psychology”. His interests in mental health, methods for attaining positive social relationships, and the psychology of aging have made him a much sought after speaker. Author of many books and articles, his mental health model has been adopted by Canadian Public Health Agency into its surveillance program.
The Orators program kicked off in September during the Honors College’s annual Classical Week. It is a year long program which invites speakers, representing various academic disciplines and topics, to engage and enrich the university and local communities in research, course work, and public lectures. Since the Honors College touches all colleges at MSU through curriculum design, active research and special events, there is a specific theme for each year. The theme for this first year is “Searching for Self: Who Am I Anyway?”
A reception to meet the speaker follows the lecture. For additional information, contact Dr. Donna Clevinger dclevinger@honors.msstate.edu or 662-325-2522. Free Admission.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-11-14 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 14, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Performing Jazz Diasporas from Africa to the U.S. to France
2018-11-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Mississippi State University Campus, Starkville, MS
Specialist in Performance studies, performer, Humanities postdoctoral fellow from Stanford, and Associate Professor in Africana Studies in Williams College, Dr. Rashida K. Braggs will discuss her most recent book, Jazz Diasporas: Race, Music and Migration in Post-World War II Paris, with members of the Starkville and University community at Mississippi State University. Her book considers negotiations of power and culture as African American jazz musicians sought new opportunities when they migrated to Paris in the 1940s.

Flute Lecture-Recital: "Music and Politics under the Nazi Regime"
2018-11-12 20:00 - 21:00 | Marsh Auditorium, USM, 111 Southern Drive, Hattiesburg, MS, 39406
This lecture-recital by Austrian flutist Ulrike Anton and pianist Russell Ryan (Arizona State University) examines the political circumstances of six composers who were persecuted, exiled, or killed by the Nazis.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: USM Marine Education Center Tour
2018-11-10 09:30 - 23:30 | USM Gulf Coast Research Lab Marine Education Center, 101 Sweetbay Drive, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 10, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library and the University of Southern Mississippi’s Gulf Coast Research Lab’s Marine Education Center will offer a free tour of the MEC followed by a free program, titled “Keeping it Green & Resilient (Storm Ready).” The tour and program will feature Chris Snyder and David Perkes, both of the USM’s MEC. The free tour and program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Teen Science Cafe
2018-11-08 18:00 - 19:30 | MS
Program details TBA.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

The Power of Language: The Tempest
2018-11-08 14:30 - 15:30 | Gulfport High School, 100 Perry St., Gulfport, MS, 39507
This version of The Tempest will be an immersive theatre experience that engages the audience as part of the play and they will take part in the language. The themes of The Tempest will be analyzed and discussed, the use of power, morality and forgiveness. Students will also look at the historical context of the play. Shakespeare wrote this in 1610 which makes it one of his last works. Discussion will consider what was Shakespeare trying to say through the words of this magical and brilliant piece?

About WINGS

The nationally recognized Lynn Meadows WINGS Performing Arts program, now in its 19th year, nurtures the talent and spirit of young people through the arts, community service and leadership. WINGS has been awarded the Coming up Taller from the President’s Council on the Arts and Humanities at the White House, the Mississippi Governor’s Award for Excellence in Arts Education and the Mississippi Humanities Educator Award. Over 500 students from 1st to 12th grade participate annually in this program through memberships, summer programs and school outreach. Nine productions throughout the year reach in excess of 40,000 audience members, including the traditionally underserved demographics of the young and the elderly. WINGS has performed across the country at the Tony Award winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival, at the National WWII Museum’s Canteen Theatre and in the Southeastern Theatre Conferences’ Fringe Theatre Festival. WINGS High School Students, the Shooting Stars, have performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D. C. twice. Ninety eight percent of students completing the WINGS program go on to attend college. All receive scholarships and grant awards for their involvement and work in the WINGS program that prides itself on presenting innovative theatrical work.

The Power of Language: The Tempest
2018-11-08 11:00 - 12:30 | Cedar Lake Christian Academy, 11555 Cedar Lake Rd., Biloxi, MS, 39532

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-11-07 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 7, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Living Shorelines Master Naturalists
2018-11-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
Program details TBA
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Speakers Bureau: All Things Mississippi: The Beautiful Landscapes and the Great Strength of the People
2018-11-06 11:30 - 12:30 | Laurel Country Club, 2011 US-84, Laurel, MS, 39440
Anne McKee is recognized statewide as a passionate teacher of Mississippi history. Through the art of storytelling, Anne McKee uplifts the accomplishments of famous Mississippians and shares explores the history of a land and a people like no other. Native to the state, McKee’s love and support for Mississippi began in childhood as she sat at the knees of relatives to learn the Mississippi story—a story for her that is always new and fresh. She dresses in costumes representing the time period of the stories featured on the day of her programs, and at times, if the audience is willing, involves attendees in her stories.
Speakers Expertise:
Anne McKee is a storyteller, free-lance writer and published author whose work is inspired by “her life in the south lane.” She is listed on the Mississippi Arts Commission’s Artist Roster and the MAC Teaching Artist Roster. In 2009, she published Historic Photos of Mississippi and in 2010, Remembering Mississippi, both celebrating the singular beauty and culture of Mississippi. McKee is a master storyteller who uses her craft to teach the history and heritage of the South through the art of story and drama.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
2018-11-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On November 1, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host Dr. Jim Giesen of the MHC’s Speakers Bureau to present his free program, “Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History.” The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
There are few states where water has been more central to its history and culture than Mississippi. From ship-building on the coast to Native American migration along rivers and streams, from Civil Rights Movement wade-ins to Civil War strategy, water has played a central role in how and why the Magnolia State looks and operates as it does today. From massive natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina and the 1927 Mississippi River Flood, to great success stories like the shipbuilding and fishing industries, to less well-known incidents where water played an important role in the development of small communities and towns, the talk will tell not just the well-known water histories of the state, but show how water has become an often overlooked factor in our past, present, and future
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Speakers Bureau: A Look at Mande (West African) Culture Through Traditional Music
2018-10-31 18:00 - 19:00 | MissLou Heritage Group & Tours, 640 S. Canal Street, Natchez, MS, 39120

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-10-31 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On October 31, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 1, 6-7pm: Water/Ways, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways at Ocean Springs: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
2018-10-30 18:00 - 19:00 | USM Gulf Coast Research Lab Marine Education Center, 101 Sweetbay Drive, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On October 30, join the Gulf Coast Research Lab for its program “Sci Cafe: Walking Watersheds.” Dr. Jessie Kastler from USM’s Gulf Coast Research Lab will lead the program and discuss the role and importance of watersheds. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
October 31, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 1, 6-7pm: Water/Ways, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Twelve Oaks Archaeological Dig
2018-10-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Twelve Oaks, 1112 Hanley Road, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On October 28, join the Land Trust for the Mississippi Coastal Plain for a free archaeological dig at the historic Twelve Oaks conservation area in Ocean Springs. Archaeologist Cindy Carter-Davis will exhibit archaeological sites and artifacts associated with Mississippi waterways. The exhibit will include artifacts from a shell midden on the east bank of the Pascagoula River, a mound site on the shore of the Gulf, Cedar Lake Island in the Tchoutacabouffa River, and more. An archaeological demonstration will also be available for viewing with volunteers available to answer questions. Children ages 6 and younger will be able to experience a representation of an archaeological dig. The program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
October 30, 6-7pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe, Walking Watersheds
October 31, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 1, 6-7pm: Water/Ways, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Speakers Bureau: Why We Call It Soul Food
2018-10-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Holmes Consolidated School District, 9479 Brozville Rd., Lexinton, MS, 39095
“Why We Call It Soul Food” tells the story of why southerners, especially African American southerners, call the foods we eat “soul food.” Dr. Willis discusses the emotional and physical aspects of soul food as it relates to our culture and history. She also discusses the bonds attached to the growing, nurturing and preparation of these foods as it relates to our culture and way of life in the South.
Speakers Expertise:
Brinda Willis is a writer for the Jackson Advocate newspaper and an expert on blues and African American foodways.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Bousillage Workshop
2018-10-27 09:00 - 17:00 | Pascagoula Public Library, 3214 Pascagoula Street, Pascagoula, 39564, United States
Get ready to get dirty and learn! The LaPointe-Krebs House and Museum will be offering hands-on demonstrations on how the early settlers made bousillage. Bousillage is a clay mixture that was used to build houses. Be sure to stop by the Pascagoula Library and learn through doing at this one of a kind program! This program will take place in conjunction with Water/Ways, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
October 28, 2-4pm: Twelve Oaks archaeological dig
October 30, 6-7pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe, Walking Watersheds
October 31, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 1, 6-7pm: Water/Ways, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Speakers Bureau: Robert Johnson at the Crossroads
2018-10-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Oxford Lafayette Library, 401 Bramlett Blvd , Oxford, MS, 38655, United States
In colorful costume,storytellers Rebecca Jernigan and Wendy Garrison retell the tale of legendary bluesman Robert Johnson. With music, drama and sign language, they recount his fateful encounter with the Prince of Darkness at the crossroads in the Delta. In educational venues they stress that the audience is integral to any live performance. They discuss the historical person Robert Johnson, and they share the role of the blues as an indigenous musical genre that grew out of the challenges of life in the Mississippi delta.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Legacy of Our Forests and Rivers
2018-10-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On October 25, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a free and open to the public program titled “Legacy of Our Forests and Rivers.” The program, which will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution’s traveling exhibit Water/Ways, will feature Else Martin from the Jackson County Historical Society.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
October 27, 9am-5pm: Bousillage workshops
October 28, 2-4pm: Twelve Oaks archaeological dig
October 30, 6-7pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe, Walking Watersheds
October 31, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 1, 6-7pm: Water/Ways, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-10-24 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
On October 31, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey.
Water/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society, including the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality.
Exhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
October 25, 2-3pm: Legacy of Our Forests and Rivers
October 27, 9am-5pm: Bousillage workshops
October 28, 2-4pm: Twelve Oaks archaeological dig
October 30, 6-7pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe, Walking Watersheds
October 31, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 1, 6-7pm: Water/Ways, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Native American Days 2018
2018-10-24 - 2018-10-26 | Winterville Mounds Park and Museum, 2415 Highway 1 North, Greenville, MS, 38703, United States
Native American Days 2018 is a celebration of southeastern Native American culture and traditions held at Winterville Mounds (near Greenville, Mississippi) that is free and open to the public, while focusing on activities for school-age children. It takes place, 9:00am-2:00pm, over three days, Wednesday-Friday Oct. 24-26, with a special event, the Great Fire on Thursday FRIDAY night. On the grounds will be featured Native American lifeways in 10 demonstration tents, featuring the first time appearance at Winterville of the Quapaw Daylight Group. Other demonstrations will include: flint knapping, Creek herbology, Creek fish-trapping techniques, pottery, Choctaw basket making, southeastern Native American games, arts and crafts, mound building, mock mound excavation, and archery. On the grounds will be food vendors serving at least three traditional Native American foods, and vendors selling Native American-themes arts and crafts.

UPDATE: Due to the inclement weather, the Night at the Mounds program has been RESCHEDULED for Friday, October 26, at 6 p.m. Visitors are urged to bring chairs and/or a blanket
