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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Story to Stage: America250
DESCRIPTION:SUMMER EXHIBIT\nOpen May 15 – August 15 \nStory to Stage is open this summer at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian! Designed to inspire young learners through storytelling\, history\, and interactive exploration\, the exhibit celebrates America’s 250th birthday while engaging children and families in meaningful\, hands-on learning experiences. Discover the American themes of bravery\, freedom\, home\, citizenship\, and generosity and perform American stories in new ways on stage! \nThe museum will be closed on May 25. \n\nFree for Members | $10/Person for Non-Members\nTickets Available Online or At the Door\nAccess to Summer Exhibit is included in General Admission Ticket
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-story-to-stage-america250/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian":MAILTO:meridian@mcm.ms
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
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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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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: “Developing Community Spaces: Storytelling\, Stewardship\, and the Soul of Place”
DESCRIPTION:Kevin Brown presents “Developing Community Spaces: Storytelling\, Stewardship\, and the Soul of Place” \nIn “Developing Community Spaces\,” Kevin Brown explores how physical spaces—especially neglected lots\, abandoned properties\, and overlooked landmarks—can be transformed into powerful sites of memory\, cultural identity\, and civic healing. By honoring and acknowledging a community’s past\, these forgotten sites can become reflections of historical pain and new hope. \nDrawing from Kevin’s work creating Gertrude’s Garden in the historic Burglund District of McComb\, Mississippi\, this presentation offers insight into revitalizing historical spaces\, engaging the community through oral histories\, art\, and public programs\, and connecting with state-wide resources. “Developing Community Spaces” shares a living model of how the humanities can come alive through the land itself.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-developing-community-spaces-storytelling-stewardship-and-the-soul-of-place-3/
LOCATION:Margaret Walker Alexander Library\, 2525 Robinson St\, Jackson\, MS\, 39209
ORGANIZER;CN="Jackson Hinds Library System":MAILTO:info@jhlibrary.org
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Stories Grants Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mississippi Humanities Council program staff on Wednesday\, August 5\, from 10-11:30 a.m. for a Zoom webinar exploring the new Mississippi Stories Grants. The webinar is free and open to all. \nAfter the webinar\, participants may request a one-on-one consultation regarding programs or events they are planning. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/mhc-mississippi-stories-grants-workshop-tickets-1994204456211
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/mississippi-stories-grants-workshop/
LOCATION:zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T140000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Screening: Cole: Bridge to Justice
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free event featuring a screening of Cole: Bridge to Justice at 2 p.m. on Sunday\, August 16\, in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium at the Two Mississippi Museums. This 75-minute documentary traces the remarkable journey of Donald R. Cole\, PhD—from his pivotal role as one of the “Ole Miss Eight\,” who challenged segregation at the University of Mississippi\, to his emergence as a national advocate for education\, equity\, and justice. Through archival footage\, candid interviews\, and powerful storytelling\, the film follows Cole’s evolution from student activist to distinguished scholar\, educator\, and leader\, whose work has expanded opportunities for Black students and scholars. Following the screening\, a panel conversation will feature Don Cole\, filmmakers Antonio Tarrell and Castel Sweet\, and moderator John Spann of the Mississippi Humanities Council. For more information\, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sunday-screening-cole-bridge-to-justice/
LOCATION:TWO MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMS\, 222 NORTH STREET \, JACKSON\, MS\, United States
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: "All Things Mississippi: The Beautiful Landscapes and the Great Strength of the People"
DESCRIPTION:Anne McKee presents “All Things Mississippi: The Beautiful Landscapes and the Great Strength of the People” \nAnne 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.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-all-things-mississippi-the-beautiful-landscapes-and-the-great-strength-of-the-people-2/
LOCATION:Anguilla Methodist Church\, 631 Front St\, Anguilla\, MS\, 38721\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260822
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SUMMARY:Spark! Places of Innovation exhibit in Greenville
DESCRIPTION:Spark! Places of Innovation exhibit in Greenville\n \nJoin MHC in Greenville for the Spark! Places of Innovation tour of Mississippi! \nAugust 22-October 3\, 2026\nGreenville Higher Education Center at Mississippi Delta Community College Greenville Campus \n662-332-8500 | msdelta.edu/ghec/\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. \n 
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/spark-places-of-innovation-exhibit-in-greenville/
LOCATION:Greenville Higher Education Center\, 2900 US-1 South\, Greenville\, MS\, 38701
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SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: “Mississippi Telling”
DESCRIPTION:Rebecca Jernigan presents “Mississippi Telling.” \nJoin scholar Rebecca Jernigan as she provides an overview of the storytelling Renaissance in America\, with an emphasis on the oral tradition in Mississippi. The literary tradition of Mississippi owes much to the rich storytelling legacy that riddles the tales of our families and our communities\, as reflected in the works of many of our best authors: Welty\, Wright\, Faulkner\, Henley\, and Williams. As part of the presentation\, Dr. Jernigan performs as a storyteller\, drawing on her rich repertoire of original tales and literary masterpieces\, tailoring her choices to her audience\, and offering material for children and adults.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-mississippi-telling-16/
LOCATION:Boys and Girls Club of North Mississippi\, 1242 S Green St\, Tupelo\, MS\, 38804\, United States
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SUMMARY:America250 Mississippi - Fabric of Our Future: Mississippi's Children Celebrate America250
DESCRIPTION:Join Lynn Meadows Discovery Center for a special America250 community celebration featuring the unveiling of a one-of-a-kind quilt created by children from across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Through their artwork\, young participants have shared their hopes and dreams for the future of Mississippi and America. \nThe evening will feature the official community quilt unveiling\, the MAC America250 Public Art Exhibit\, a WINGS Performing Arts performance\, family-friendly activities\, and recognition of the local quilters and community partners who helped bring these collaborative projects to life. \nThe Fabric of Our Future project was made possible by a grant from the Mississippi Humanities Council\, through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the Mississippi Humanities Council. \nThe MAC America250 project was made possible by a grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission\, through support from the State of Mississippi and the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/america250-mississippi-fabric-of-our-future-mississippis-children-celebrate-america250/
LOCATION:Lynn Meadows Discovery Center\, 246 Dolan Avenue\, Gulfport\, MS\, 39507\, United States
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SUMMARY:SPARK!: Why Greenville?!
DESCRIPTION:Grand Opening of Spark!: Places of Innovation at the Greenville Higher Education Center on the Mississippi Delta Community College Greenville campus. \nThis session will highlight some of the workforce and industry opportunities offered by the city. Business partners will unpack what drew them to the city and why they chose to invest their projects in the Delta. This session will also push against the negative narrative that the city is past its prime and opportunities for the next generation are no longer available.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/spark-why-greenville/
LOCATION:Greenville Higher Education Center\, 2900 US-1 South\, Greenville\, MS\, 38701
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