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History Is Lunch: Charles Bolton, "Mississippi and World War II"

At noon on Wednesday, March 12, Charles Bolton, author and professor of history at the University of North Carolina Greensboro, will explore the effects of World War II economic and military mobilization in the Deep South, as part of the History Is Lunch series. The program, "Mississippi and World War II," will take place in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium of the Two Mississippi Museums and will also stream live on the YouTube channel. Copies of Home Front Battles will be available for sale with a signing to follow. For more information, call 601-576-6850 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.