Events

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. This program will take place in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium of the Two Mississippi Museums.

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 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.

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.

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.

Join us for Moms 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.

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.

Join us for Trick or Treat and Day of the Dead 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 Dia de los Muertos 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.

Enjoy free admission to the Two Mississippi Museums on Saturday, October 11, during the Mississippi State Fair. This special day, sponsored by City of Jackson Mayor John Horhn in commemoration of America250, is the perfect opportunity to explore the stories that shaped our state and nation.

Enjoy free admission to the Two Mississippi Museums on Friday, October 10, during the Mississippi State Fair. This special day, sponsored by Nancy and Ray Neilsen in commemoration of America250, is the perfect opportunity to explore the stories that shaped our state and nation.