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From the Delta to the Gulf Coast to Jackson, Mississippi’s Black history is rich, powerful, and essential.

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#BHM2026 #BlackHistoryIsAmericanHistory #MississippiHistory #ReadUP

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Did you know Mississippi has its own "Forest of Stone"? 🪵✨ Located just north of Jackson, in Flora, the Mississippi Petrified Forest is a National Natural Landmark filled with prehistoric logs turned to quartz. #HiddenGem #MississippiHistory #GeologyRocks #PetrifiedForest

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A Louisiana plantation will honor 1,400 Black men who fought for freedom on Veterans Day "I hope more people will consider digging a little deeper into their family story and not be afraid of going to the uncomfortable places," she said. "There are gems buried in that rubble."

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We had a member in our group participate!

#mississippihistory #missourihistory #civilwar #book

#elvispresley #bellemeade ##blackhistory

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A Louisiana plantation will honor 1,400 Black men who fought for freedom on Veterans Day "I hope more people will consider digging a little deeper into their family story and not be afraid of going to the uncomfortable places," she said. "There are gems buried in that rubble."

www.nola.com/news/laura-p...

From NOLA.COM

We had a member in our group participate!

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#elvispresley #bellemeade ##blackhistory

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THANKS UPDATE! ELVIS AND FRIENDS PART 2! #CORRINA #CARLPERKINS #ERNIETENNESEEFORD #GRACELAND #STAXRECORDS #BOBBYGENTRY #ODETOBILLYJO #GEORGEJONES #THEBLACKWOODBROTHERS #RONNIEMCDOWELL #THEGRANDOLDOPRY #SAMBELL #MISSISSIPPIHISTORY #TUPELO

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Ike and Tina Turners history. We appreciate everyone we are working with. We are excited and grateful.

#music #africanamerican #civilwar #geneology #elvispresley #missourihistory #mississippihistory #kentuckyhistory #johnnycash #tammywynette #chickasaw #Choctaw

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Original Chinese Cemetery Historical Marker The first Chinese cemetery in the Delta was established here on August 18, 1913, on land purchased by Wong Yen and Joe King from H.L. Wells, owner of Wells Funeral Home. (A historical marker located ...

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Original Chinese Cemetery in #GreenvilleMS
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Borrowed Land, Stolen Labor, and the Holy Spirit: The Struggle for Power and Equality in Holmes County, Mississippi Borrowed Land, Stolen Labor, and the Holy Spirit: The Struggle for Power and Equality in Holmes County, Mississippi [Feldman, Diane T.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Borrowed Land, Stolen Labor, and the Holy Spirit: The Struggle for Power and Equality in Holmes County, Mississippi

Hello BlueSkyers! Just a reminder that my book is out in less than 90 days so order now at the pre-order price. Amazon link is below but also available through University Press of Mississippi or Barnes & Noble. Buy if you are interested in #MississippiHistory.

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In 1970, Mississippi briefly banned Sesame Street because it showed Black and white children playing together. Public backlash forced a quick reversal. #SesameStreet #TVHistory #CivilRights #MediaCensorship #MississippiHistory

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Check out the recent write-up in the Southern Literary Review about our book, DELTA IN THE REARVIEW MIRROR: THE LIFE AND DEATH OF MISSISSIPI'S FIRST WINERY by Di Rushing. Dive into the story that captures the essence of Mississippi's wine history. #SouthernLiteraryReview #MississippiHistory

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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Robert G. Clark, a true trailblazer in Mississippi history. His contributions to education, civil rights, and public service will continue to inspire generations. Our thoughts are with his loved ones. Rest in power. 🕊️ #RobertGClark #MississippiHistory #UPM

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Andrew Johnson (Anders Jönssen) Historical Marker Andrew Johnson, architect, is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places for 21 of the homes and buildings he built in North Mississippi from 1870-1910. (A historical marker located in Sa...

#OtD in 1844, architect Andrew Johnson was born in Yttermyra, #Sweden. He later moved to the US, gaining prominence for his work in #Mississippi.

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Rhythm Night Club Museum opens ‘theater room’ to share stories of survivors NATCHEZ, Miss. -- The Rhythm Night Club (On Site) Memorial Museum has opened a theater room where visitors can...

The Rhythm Night Club Memorial Museum has opened a theater room where visitors can watch recordings of the people who survived the fatal fire of April 23, 1940 – the deadliest club fire in the nation’s history.

#BlackHistory #MississippiHistory #RhythmNightClub

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(PDF) Prince Abdul Rahman Ibrahima Sori (1762–1829): A Story of Unexpected Patience, Courage, and Freedom PDF | This lecture was presented Wednesday, February 5, 2025, in the John Grisham Room at Mississippi State University, Starkville, Mississippi. It... | Find, read and cite all the research you need o...

My talk on the Muslim prince who spent 40 years enslaved in Southwest Mississippi

#BlackHistory #Slavery #MississippiHistory #AmericanSlavery #AfricanAmericanHistory

Read or download the paper at this link:

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TODAY! Please join us this afternoon at the Mississippi State University library. #BlackHistoryMonth #MississippiHistory

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This photo depicts an old, weathered church in a rural setting during sunset. The structure appears to have suffered significant damage, particularly to its roof, which has partially collapsed. The church features traditional Gothic-style arched windows and a simple white wooden exterior. The surrounding area consists of a grassy field, suggesting an isolated or countryside location. The warm glow of the setting sun in the background contrasts with the deteriorated state of the church, giving the image a serene yet poignant atmosphere.

This photo depicts an old, weathered church in a rural setting during sunset. The structure appears to have suffered significant damage, particularly to its roof, which has partially collapsed. The church features traditional Gothic-style arched windows and a simple white wooden exterior. The surrounding area consists of a grassy field, suggesting an isolated or countryside location. The warm glow of the setting sun in the background contrasts with the deteriorated state of the church, giving the image a serene yet poignant atmosphere.

One of my favorite abandoned churches in Mississippi is sadly losing its battle against time. It’s heartbreaking to see such beauty and history fade away.

#AbandonedChurch #MississippiHistory #ForgottenPlaces #RuralBeauty #HistoricDecay #ArchitectureLovers #PreserveHistory

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Freedom marker honoring Deacons for Defense and Justice is posted Unveiling ceremony was held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Zion Chapel A.ME. Church   (Click on image to enlarge.) Janice J. Herbert and ...

#BlackSky #BlackHistory #CivilRightsMovement #CivilRights #MississippiHistory #VisitNatchez

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'Ornamental Nursery Capital of Mississippi' Historical Marker In 1898, E.E. Bolen established a nursery and orchard company in George County. Other wholesale nurseries were established in the early 1900s. (A historical marker located in Lucedale in George Count...

10 Most popular #HistoricalMarkers of 2024:

#9 "Ornamental Nursery Capital of Mississippi" in Lucedale, Mississippi
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Celebrating Mississippi’s Early History

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#StampSpotlight #MississippiHistory #Philately

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