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Must-See Historic Landmarks in Mississippi: A Guide to the State's Rich History

Mississippi is a state steeped in history, with a rich cultural heritage that spans centuries. From the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, Mississippi has played a pivotal role in shaping the ...
WAPT

Jackson event confronts Mississippi's history of racial violence and promotes healing

A special event in Jackson is shining a light on Mississippi’s painful history of racial violence while promoting healing and community resilience.The third annual “From Douglass to Duck Hill” event ...
The Clarion-Ledger

The oldest city in Mississippi was the first capital before Jackson. Here's where it is

Mississippi has a long, complex history. The area now known as the Magnolia State spent time under French, British and Spanish rule before becoming a U.S. territory in 1798. Did you know the oldest ...
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Gun used in murder of Emmett Till acquired by Mississippi museum 70 years after his death

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) announced that the gun used in the 1955 murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till had been acquired 70 years ...
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Mississippi lawmakers push to revive downtown Jackson

There’s a push from Mississippi lawmakers and Jackson Mayor John Horhn to get more state agencies and life back to the downtown area. Horhn provided several ...