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Gallery Talk

Join us for a gallery talk at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 21, in the Solidarity Now! 1968 Poor People's Campaign special exhibit. Megan Bankston, Two Mississippi Museum curator of collections, will discuss the Mississippi artifacts on display to complement the story told in the exhibit. A guided tour of the exhibit will also take place. For more information, call 601-576-6580, visit or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

Upcoming Events

October 15, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

At noon Wednesday, October 15, Melody Golding, author, photographer, and artist, will share personal insights and firsthand accounts from Mississippians who survived Hurricane Katrina as part of the History Is Lunch Series. Golding’s portraits capture not only the storm’s damage but also the resilience of the people forced to rebuild their lives.

October 16, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

The board of trustees of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will convene for an annual public reception.

October 17, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

How can art help communities heal after disaster? Join us for a panel discussion exploring the power of creativity and resilience on Friday, October 17, at 6 p.m. at the Mississippi Museum of Art. Presented in partnership with the Two Mississippi Museums and the Walter Anderson Museum, this program is part of the 20th-anniversary commemoration of Hurricane Katrina.