2010 Calendar of Events

December

  • Through January 2, 2011 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Gifts of Robert Burns, Jr., in Memory of his Parents, Robert & Hortense Burns A collection of prints from the Mississippi Museum of Art’s Affiliate program will be on display. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • December 1-31 at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Food For Thought. Visitors to the Old Capitol are invited to donate books and non-perishable foods during December. Special programming for school groups will highlight the value of good citizenship. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • Friday, December 3, 4:30–8:30 p.m. Old Jackson Christmas by Candlelight This popular annual event features traditional seasonal decorations at the Governor's Mansion, Old Capitol Museum, and State Capitol. The train town of Possum Ridge and the historic Christmas trees exhibit in the William F. Winter Archives and History Building will also be on the tour. For more information call 601-576-6920.
  • December 3, 4, 11, 17, and 18, noon at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Sounds of the Season Enjoy local choirs in the Old Capitol Museum’s rotunda. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • December 3–18, Fridays at 3:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Telling Tales. Enjoy storytelling time with an ethical focus for children. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • December 3–21 at the Governor's Mansion, Jackson. Christmas at the Governor’s Mansion The historic section of the Governor’s Mansion features traditional holiday decorations using seasonal greenery. Free guided tours are offered Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 to 11 a.m. on the half-hour. (Closed weekends and Mondays.) Reservations must be made in advance for groups of ten or more. The Governor’s Mansion will be closed for tours from Wednesday, December 22, through Monday, January 3, 2011. The Mansion may be closed at other times during the month for official state functions. To confirm the availability of the Mansion for tours or for information, call 601-359-6421.
  • December 4–23 at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. Winter Holidays Enjoy the 1940’s train town of Possum Ridge and the historic Christmas trees and artifacts (toys). Exhibit is open Mondays, noon–4 p.m., Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., and Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Tours for school groups are available by reservation Tuesdays through Fridays, December 7–17, 9 a.m.–noon. For information call 601-576-6800.
  • Sunday, December 5, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Christmas Open House Celebrate the holidays with music and refreshments. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.
  • December 6-31 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Celebration of Christmas Trees. Local school groups and home educators adopt Christmas trees and decorate them for class projects. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Kay McNeil.
  • December 10, noon at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Statehood Day. Celebrate Mississippi’s 193rd birthday with an address by former governor William F.Winter. Reception to follow. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • Saturday, December 18, 10–11:30 a.m. (ages 6–8) and 2–3:30 p.m. (ages 9–12) at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. EXPLORE! Animal Art Students will get their inspiration from the world of natural history and create art using clay, paint, and print-making techniques. Parents and grand-parents are always welcome to stay and learn. $10 pre-registration required. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

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