History Is Lunch: Kevin Brown and Jacqueline Martin, "Hilda Casin's Legacy: Preserving McComb's Civil Rights History Through Education and Community Memory"

At noon on Wednesday, February 4, civil rights veteran Jacqueline Martin and Kevin Brown, director of the Black History Gallery in McComb, will discuss the origins of the Black History Gallery and the ongoing importance of preserving local history as part of the History Is Lunch series.

Spring Break Camp

Join us for a week of creativity as we explore how art has shaped our state—from powerful literature to inspiring performances. Campers will journey through time, uncovering the stories that artists have shared across generations.

Paint N Sip

The Eudora Welty House & Garden will host a two-hour guided painting class with wine and light refreshments on Thursday, January 22, at 5:30 p.m. All painting supplies will be provided by MDAH for a materials fee of $25. Payment can be made by calling the Welty House or at the front desk on the day of the program.

Stories by the Fire

Join us for Stories by the Fire at 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians. Tommy Wildcat and Choogie Kingfisher of the Cherokee Nation will share traditional stories with visitors. Refreshments such as popcorn, cookies, hot cocoa, and hot apple cider will be served.

MLK Night of Culture

Join us at the Two Mississippi Museums to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 19, for the MLK Celebration free weekend sponsored by FedEx. As part of the MLK Night of Culture, Carmen Washington will perform and Amanda Furdge will host artistic performances by invited guests at 6 p.m., followed by a theatrical performance by Meridian High School.

National Day of Racial Healing

Join us at the Two Mississippi Museums on Tuesday, January 20, to celebrate the National Day of Racial Healing as part of the MLK Celebration free weekend sponsored by FedEx. There will be a panel discussion in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. honoring the life and legacy of Rims and Judy Barber with a free lunch provided by the Foundation for the Mid South.
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