Join us for a screening of Little Satchmo on Sunday, November 5, at 2 p.m. at the Two Mississippi Museums. The film is a documentary about the hidden “lovechild” of world-famous jazz musician Louis Armstrong, who was believed to be childless. The film was written and produced by the subject herself, Sharon Preston-Folta. The director, John Alexander, helped Sharon Preston-Folta bring the film to life. There will be a Q&A with John Alexander and producer JC guest following the screening. The film won an Emmy for the category Outstanding Historical Documentary. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.
Join us for a free History Happy Hour to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act on Thursday, July 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Two Mississippi Museums. Enjoy live music with Rusted Strings, food from Aplos and Jerk City Grille, and a cash bar. Visitors will also have the chance to win prizes in a staff-led trivia game focused on voting rights history. Two Mississippi Museums members and Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi employees will receive a complimentary drink. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.