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History Is Lunch: D'Andra Orey and Jeanne Middleton-Harriston, "Conflict and Change: Mississippi, Then and Now"

At noon Wednesday, August 20, Dr. Byron D’Andra Orey, professor of political science at Jackson State University, and Dr. Jeanne Middleton-Harriston, co-author of the original Mississippi: Conflict and Change, will discuss the updated textbook Mississippi, Conflict and Change: A New Edition as part of the History Is Lunch series. The new edition brings the history of the state up to date on contemporary politics, culture, and the economy. This program will take place in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium of the Two Mississippi Museums and will also stream live on the MDAH Facebook page and YouTube channel.  Copies of Mississippi, Conflict and Change will be available for sale with a book signing to follow. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

Events

History Exploration Camp
June 14, 2025, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Campers will dive into the dynamic world of “Democracy in Progress,” learning the ins and outs of campaigning, voting, and civic engagement.

Dawes Roll: Tribal Membership Genealogy Workshop
June 14, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Interested in furthering your genealogical research? Join us Saturday, June 14, at 10 a.m. for the Dawes Roll: Tribal Membership Genealogy Workshop in the orientation room of the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. Joyce Dixon-Lawson will discuss the Dawes Rolls and researching Native American genealogy. Register here. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

History Exploration Camp
June 15, 2025, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Campers will dive into the dynamic world of “Democracy in Progress,” learning the ins and outs of campaigning, voting, and civic engagement.

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