Events

Sunday Screening: The American Revolution

Join us for a screening of The American Revolution: A Film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 12, in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium of the Two Mississippi Museums. This forty-five-minute preview of the six-part, twelve-hour documentary presents the story of the men and women of the Revolutionary generation, their fight for independence, and the birth of the United States. This program is presented in partnership with Mississippi Public Broadcasting.

History Is Lunch: Jere Nash, "America's Second Founding: Reconstruction in Mississippi"

At noon Wednesday, November 12, author Jere Nash will discuss his book, Reconstruction in Mississippi, 1862-1877, a detailed and comprehensive history of the period following the Civil War, as part of the History Is Lunch series. Reconstruction in Mississippi, 1862-1877 documents the ways economic freedoms evolved, changes in the national and international economy, and congressional and presidential initiatives as the country recovered from the devastation of the war. 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. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

History Is Lunch: Tammy Mielke and Michelle Martin, "Celebrating the Legacy of Mildred D. Taylor"

At noon Wednesday, November 5, professors Tammy Mielke and Michelle Martin will explore how their book, Song of the Land: Celebrating the Works of Mildred D. Taylor, brings together creative and critical responses to Taylor’s work and legacy as part of the History Is Lunch series. The chapters in this anthology highlight how Mildred D. Taylor’s works in African American children’s literature sparked conversations on race and resilience in the face of adversity. 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 Song of the Land will be available for sale with a book signing to follow. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

Dracula Screening on the Welty Lawn

The Eudora Welty House & Garden, in partnership with the Mississippi Film Society, is hosting a film screening on the Welty Lawn. Come see the 1931 version of Dracula, to represent the caricature that Eudora Welty drew in 1933, on October 31, at 6:30 p.m. as the final event for the month-long Ghosts in the Garden Scavenger Hunt. For more info, visit call 601-353-7762 or email info@eudoraweltyhouse.com.

Cross to Bear

Come watch Kinetic Etchings lead a dance performance of Cross to Bear on Saturday, October 18, at 3 p.m. in the Craig H. Nielsen auditorium at the Two Mississippi Museums. Cross to Bear is inspired by the experiences of Louisiana and Mississippi residents during Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. After the performance, choreographer Bethany Philipp will lead a discussion with the audience. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

Veterans Day Ceremony

The 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 7, on the Entergy Plaza in front of the Two Mississippi Museums. The program will include a performance by the 41st Army Band, a moment of silence, recognition of the veterans in attendance and of fallen heroes by the Adjutant General of the Mississippi National Guard. A memorial volley and wreath laying will follow.

Mom's Morning at the Museums

Join us for Mom’s Morning at the Museums, in partnership with Jackson Motherhood, at the Two Mississippi Museums on October 29, at 10 a.m. Children will enjoy a live puppet show in the classroom while moms participate in a flash tour of one of our galleries. Afterwards, moms will gather for light refreshments while children have time to play and explore on the museum lawn. This event is designed to create a welcoming space for caregivers to connect, recharge, and engage with Mississippi history in a family-friendly setting. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

History Is Lunch: Nancy Carpenter, "Ken Burn's The American Revolution Preview and Mississippi's America250 Celebration"

At noon Wednesday, October 29, the History Is Lunch series will feature a special preview of The American Revolution: A film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. This forty-five-minute preview of the six-part, twelve-hour documentary presents the story of the men and women of the revolutionary generation, their fight for independence, and the birth of the United States. Following the screening, Nancy Carpenter, development director for Mississippi’s America250 programming, will discuss the state’s plans to celebrate America250. 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. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

Trick or Treat and Dia de los Muertos

Join us for Trick or Treat and Dia de los Muertos at the Two Mississippi Museums on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Explore Mississippi’s history and Mexican heritage with our museum gallery guide, themed crafts and games, and a cultural demonstration from members of the Mississippi Hispanic Association. Visit our Trick or Treat and Day of the Dead activity stations for spirited holiday fun and a screening of Coco in the auditorium at 1 p.m. Admission to the museums is free for anyone wearing a costume during the event hours. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

Fannie Lou Hamer Birthday Tours

In honor of the 108th anniversary of Fannie Lou Hamer’s birthday, education staff from the Two Mississippi Museums will host free flash tours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 5. Fannie Lou Hamer was a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement, known for her relentless fight for voting rights and economic justice. Despite facing ongoing oppression, her unwavering activism left a lasting impact on civil rights and social justice. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.
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