News Releases

The Mississippi Department of Archives and History has closed all museums and facilities in an effort to stem the spread of COVID-19. MDAH staff continue to serve the public remotely by responding to email requests.

Based on information provided by the Mississippi Department of Health about the coronavirus pandemic, the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will close all sites beginning Friday, March 13.

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Mississippi Distilled: Prohibition, Piety, and Politics, an immersive exhibition exploring the state’s tumultuous relationship with alcohol from the colonial period to today, will open July 7.

The Mississippi Historical Society (MHS) will hold its annual meeting Thursday, March 5, through Friday, March 6, in Cleveland

Learn about the histories and unique varieties of cornbread in African and Native American culture with Chef Jarita Fraz

Spence Flatgard of Ridgeland, Edmond Hughes of Ocean Springs, and Helen Moss Smith of Natchez were elected to the Board

Learn how to trace your family tree with resources available at the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) on Saturday, Februa

Media Inquiries

Media requests for information, interviews, and images should be directed to:

Sarah Warnock
Director of Public Relations, Programs and Communication Division
swarnock@mdah.ms.gov
601-576-6934

Members of the media may view and download press releases and high-resolution images related to upcoming programs and exhibitions.

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