2010 Calendar of Events

January

  • Wednesday, January 13, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Mississippi Heritage Trust director David Preziosi will discuss sites on the "10 Most Endangered" list. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Friday, January 15, 10 a.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. The Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will hold its regular quarterly meeting. For more information call 601-576-6850.
  • Saturday, January 16, 10–11:30 a.m. (ages 6–8) and 2–3:30 p.m. (ages 9–12) at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. EXPLORE! Weaving Students will learn the art of weaving using paper and cloth, as well as how pioneers used looms. 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.
  • Saturday, January 16, 1–3 p.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Beading Workshop. Learn about Native American bead working and make your own necklace with Far Away Cherokee member Teresa Horn. Taught by her grandmother and several elders of her tribe, Horn has over 27 years experience working with leather, bead working, weaving, basketry, gourds, and pottery. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.
  • Wednesday, January 20, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Dillard University professor Jerry Ward will present "New Directions in the Study of Richard Wright." Sponsored in part by the Mississippi Humanities Council. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Wednesday, January 21, noon at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Lunchtime Lecture—Water, Water Everywhere: A Look at Mississippi's Fossil Record Paleontology Curator for the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science George Phillips will present an overview of the fossil history of Mississippi and the various marine inundations that figured so prominently in Mississippi's geologic past. Free of charge. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Wednesday, January 27, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, University of Southern Mississippi history professor Deanne Nuwer will talk about the scourge of yellow fever in Mississippi. Sponsored in part by the Mississippi Humanities Council. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Saturday, January 30, 2–4 p.m. at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians, Natchez. Eleventh Moon Storytelling Local and regional storytellers spin tales about Native Americans and nature. Of interest to ages nine to adult. Free of charge. For more information call 601-446-6502 or email the Grand Village.

February

  • Tuesdays & Thursdays, February 2–25, 9 and 11 a.m. at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Black History: Road to the Vote This program offered to school groups provides a glimpse of African American history in Mississippi, specifically relating to the struggle for voting rights. Reservations required. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • Wednesday, February 3, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Millsaps history professor Kristen Oertel discusses her new book, Bleeding Borders: Race, Gender, and Violence in Pre-Civil War Kansas and cites Mississippi parallels. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Thursdays and Fridays, February 4–26, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Manship House Museum, Jackson. Voices from the Past Students in grades 3 through 5 experience the history of their African American ancestors through hands-on activities and special tour. Free of charge. Reservations required. For more information call 601-961-4724 or email the Manship House.
  • Wednesday, February 10, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Mississippi State University history professor emeritus William Parrish discusses his book Frank Blair: Lincoln's Conservative. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Thursday, February 11, 6–7:30 p.m. at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Preserving Mississippi's Blues Heritage Alex Thomas, Heritage Trails Manager from the Mississippi Development Authority, will highlight the progress on preserving Mississippi's many important African American historic sites. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • Friday, February 12, 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Manship House Museum, Jackson. Victorian Valentines Make Victorian-style valentines while learning about 19th century valentine traditions. For children ages five to twelve. Free of charge. Reservations required. For more information call 601-961-4724 or email the Manship House.
  • Saturday, February 13, 10–11:30 a.m. (ages 6–8) and 2–3:30 p.m. (ages 9–12) at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. EXPLORE! Evergreen Trees. Find out which trees don’t drop their leaves and make special crafts using their twigs, leaves and seeds. 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.
  • Saturday, February 13, 1–3 p.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Genealogy Workshop Learn how to trace family history using state and federal records with genealogist Francis Johnson. Special emphasis will be on tribal research and establishing Native American heritage. Johnson has been a genealogy researcher for her tribe, the Houma nation of Louisiana, for over twenty years. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.
  • Wednesday, February 17, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, attorney Anthony Mozingo discusses his new book The Longleaf Trace Companion. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Wednesday, February 24, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, author Ellen Wilds talks about Far From Home: The Diary of Lt. William H. Peel, 1863-1865. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Saturday, February 27, 9 a.m. at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. 19th Century Geocaching Trail Race Using compasses, participants will find hidden treasure boxes throughout the HJC Nature Trail in a timed race. Participants must register ahead of the event to get their start time. Cost is $3/adult, $1/students ages 5-18. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

March

  • Wednesday, March 3, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, independent film producer Robbie Fisher and MPB director of content Jay Woods will present "The Gulf Islands: Mississippi's Wilderness Shore." For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Thursdays and Friday, March 4–April 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Manship House Museum, Jackson. Growing up in Mississippi: 1857 to 1888 Hands-on activities teach students K-4 what life was like for nineteenth-century children. Free of charge. Reservations required. For more information call 601-961-4724 or email the Manship House.
  • Saturday, March 7, 10–11:30 a.m. (ages 6–8) and 2–3:30 p.m. (ages 9–12) at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. EXPLORE! Sharks These ancient masters of the sea strike terror into the hearts of fishermen and swimmers all over the world. Are they really so scary? 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.
  • Wednesday, March 10, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Historic Jefferson College historian Clark Burkett presents "Vintage Baseball," illustrated by historic photographs of students at HJC. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • March 16 11 a.m. at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Queen of the Natchez Trace To kick off the Petitions, Protests, and Patriotism: Mississippi Women in Preservation, 1890–1950 exhibit, Dot Ward, president of the Natchez Trace Parkway Association, will discuss Mississippian Roane Fleming Byrnes's work to preserve the Natchez Trace Parkway. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • March 16–May 9 at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Petitions, Protests, and Patriotism: Mississippi Women in Preservation, 1890–1950 In honor of National Women's History Month, this exhibit features influential women in Mississippi who have led efforts to preserve our state's valuable cultural resources. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • Wednesday, March 17, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Delta State University English professor Elizabeth Sarcone talks about poet Pearl Rivers (pen name of Eliza Jane Poitevant Nicholson). For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Friday–Sunday, March 19–21 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Ladies' Civil War Academy Female reenactors in Civil War period attire instruct other Lady Civil War reenactors in the various skills and activities of the Civil War period to aid them in their historical impressions. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Wednesday, March 24, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, "Mississippi History Now" editor Peggy W. Jeanes discusses the Mississippi Historical Society’s award winning online publication for educators and history buffs. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Saturday, March 27, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. and Sunday, March 28, noon–5 p.m. at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians, Natchez. Natchez Powwow A weekend filled with Native American dancing, music, food, crafts and jewelry. Members from tribes all over will be present for the Powwow. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under. For more information call 601-446-6502 or email the Grand Village.
  • Wednesday, March 31, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, author William Morris will show images from and talk about his book, Ole Miss at Oxford: A Part of Our Heart and Soul. For more information call 601-576-6998.

April

  • Saturday, April 3, 1–3 p.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Giant Easter Egg Hunt Children up to 12 years old are invited to participate in an Easter egg hunt. Free of charge. Rain or shine. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.
  • Wednesday, April 7, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Delta Center for Culture and Learning director Luther Brown presents "The Mississippi River." For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Saturday, April 10, 1 p.m. at the MManship House Museum, Jackson. A Saturday with Shakespeare All ages are invited to see the Mississippi College Tribal Players perform scenes and monologues from Shakespearean plays. Free of charge. For more information call 601-961-4724 or email the Manship House.
  • Wednesday, April 14, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, historian Warren Calhoun presents "A Piano Teacher and an American Hero: The Carter-Crumpton Families of Mississippi and Alabama." For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Friday, April 16, 10 a.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. The Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will hold its regular quarterly meeting. For more information call 601-576-6850.
  • Saturday, April 17, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. at the Old Capitol Museum, Jackson. Gathering on the Green Enjoy fun, food, and other festivities on the historic Old Capitol Green. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email the Old Capitol.
  • Saturday, April 24 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. HJC Nature Festival Join birders, hikers, and other nature lovers for lectures, guided tours and activities utilizing Historic Jefferson College's 40-acre nature trail. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Wednesday, April 28, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, independent scholar W. J. Megginson will talk about his new book, African American Life in South Carolina's Upper Piedmont, published by USC Press. For more information call 601-576-6998.

May

  • Saturday, May 8, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Twining Gourd Workshop Native American artist Valerie Hanks-Goetz will demonstrate the process of making a twined gourd. From cutting and cleaning a gourd to twining a basket at the top of the gourd, participants will create their own twined gourd. $55 fee due by May 1. Class for 18 years old and up. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.
  • Wednesday, May 12, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Historic Natchez Foundation founder Ron Miller talks about the preservation of Natchez's extraordinary historic sites. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Saturday, May 15 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Big Yam Potatoes Old Time Music Concert and Fiddle Contest Musicians from all over Mississippi, who play old time music, perform for the general public. There is also a fiddle contest of old time music. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Sunday, May 16, 2–4 p.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Music of the Delta Dr. Mark Howell, director of the Winterville Mounds, will explore the different kinds of music heard in the Delta from Prehistoric times to the present using samples of audio and music instruments. The talk is geared to young and old and parents are encouraged to bring their children. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.

June

  • Tuesday–Friday, June 1–4 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Pioneer Camp I Children ages 7–9 learn about Pioneer life in the early 1800s. The day camp features hands-on activities such as quilting, soap-making, animal life and frontier camp. Cost is $20, pre-registration is required. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Wednesday, June 2, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, historians Elizabeth Ann Payne and Martha Swain will discuss their new book, Mississippi Women: Their Histories, Their Lives. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Wednesday, June 9, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, MDAH historian Clarence Hunter presents "Charles Hamilton Houston and the Coming of Civil Rights to Mississippi." For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • June 14–18, 9 a.m.–noon at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians, Natchez. Discovery Week. Play stickball, learn about flint-knapping and pottery, walk nature trails, play games, and make crafts. For ages eight to eleven; $40 fee includes all supplies. For more information or reservations, call 601-446-6502 or email the Grand Village.
  • June 14–18, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (session one) and 1:30–3:30 p.m. (session two) at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Walk a Mile in My Moccasins Muscogee Amerindian artist Valerie Hanks-Goetz will teach children 6-12 years of age about Native American art and culture. Activities will include finger weaving, storytelling, and making and using a drum, drum case, and peace arrow. Two sessions will be offered. $45 fee due by June 1. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.
  • June 14–16, 9–10 a.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Mommy and Me Workshop Children 4-5 years old and their guardians make a Native American drum, gorget with a bell, a model canoe with artist Valerie Hanks-Goetz. $15 fee due by June 1. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.
  • Wednesday, June 16, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, art collector and historian Roy Wilkinson talks about Mississippi artists. For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Tuesday–Friday, June 22–25 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Pioneer Camp II Children ages 8–12 learn about Pioneer life in the early 1800s. The day camp features hands-on activities such as quilting, soap-making, animal life and frontier camp. Cost is $20, pre-registration is required. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

July

  • Wednesday–Friday, July 7–9 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Civil War Adventure Camp Young Civil War enthusiasts are encouraged to sign up for this camp for a unique look at the Civil War from a soldier's point of view. It's open to both boys and girls, ages 8-12. The students will learn how to drill & parade, get a black powder rifle demonstration, and learn about the gear necessary for survival while in the military. Cost is $20, pre-registration is required. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Wednesday, July 14, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Welty biographer Suzanne Marrs will present: "The Impact of Friendship on Eudora Welty's Work." For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • July 20–23, 9 a.m.–noon at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Naturalist Camp This camp for kids ages 9-12 focuses on hands-on projects, and observation in the field. Insects, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, bugs and plants are all looked at up close and personal! Cost is $20, pre-registration is required. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Wednesday, July 21, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, historian Stuart Rockoff presents "Chai Cotton: Jewish Life in Mississippi." For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Friday, July 23, 10 a.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. The Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will hold its regular quarterly meeting. For more information call 601-576-6850.

September

  • Saturday, September 11 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Copper Magnolia Fine Arts & Crafts Festival & Flea Market Local artists and craftsmen show off their talents in this one-day festival on the grounds, which also features hands-on children's activities. Flea market vendors are also accepted. Cost for booth space is $40, admission to the Festival is free. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Wednesday, September 15, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Mississippi State University professor Noel Polk presents "William Faulkner: His Life, His Work." For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • Saturday, September 18, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians, Natchez. Bark in the Park. Annual fund-raiser for the Natchez Humane Society. Tickets are $4 for adults and children and $1 for children 5 and under. For more information call 601-446-6502 or email email the Grand Village.
  • September 30–October 1 at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Pioneer Days Over 20 demonstrators present information about Pioneer life to school groups. Topics include furniture making, quilting, story-telling, fiddling, pioneer toys and much more! School groups wishing to schedule a time slot for Pioneer Days should contact Kay McNeil by phone 601-442-2901 or by email.

October

  • Saturday, October 2, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Finger Weaving Workshop Discover Native American weaving techniques starting with a simple weave on needles and progressing to a more complex finger weave. Muscogee Amerindian artist Valerie Hanks-Goetz will the workshop and discuss the traditions of Native American weaving and how to make cordage. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.
  • Wednesday, October 13 and Friday, October 15, 9 a.m.–noon at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians, Natchez. Powwow Adventures. This program introduces West Primary kindergartners to Native American cultures. Children will hear stories, have their faces painted, play games, see a blow-gun demonstration, tour the Grand Village and make a craft to take home with them. Reservations required. For more information call 601-446-6502 or email email the Grand Village.
  • Wednesday, October 20, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, archaeologist Sam Brookes presents "Mississippi Mounds." For more information call 601-576-6998.
  • October 25–28. at Historic Jefferson College, Washington. Horror Week Film Festival & Ghost Tales around the Campfire Horror Week starts with a film festival, showing a classic B-movie each night, Monday-Wednesday, for adults and older teens. On Thursday, families are invited out to listen to Ghost Tales around the Campfire. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.
  • Saturday, October 30, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians, Natchez. Music at the Mounds. Musicians from around Natchez perform gospel, jazz, and country. For more information call 601-446-6502 or email email the Grand Village.

November

  • November 3–6, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. at Winterville Mounds, Greenville. Native American Days Experience traditional Native American cooking, dancing, and more. Children's tent with face painting, pictographs, and other activities. $1 donation appreciated. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.

December
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