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MDAH Board of Trustees to Hold Annual Public Reception

The board of trustees of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will convene for an annual public reception. The public reception is set for Oct. 16, at 5 p.m. at the Old Capitol Museum, 100 State St. The board meeting, which is also public, will be Oct. 17, at 9 a.m., on the second floor of the Two Mississippi Museums, 222 North State St. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

Upcoming Events

October 3, 2025, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Enjoy free admission to the Two Mississippi Museums on Friday, October 3, during the Mississippi State Fair. This special day, sponsored by Hitachi Energy in commemoration of America250, is the perfect opportunity to explore the stories that shaped our state and nation. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

October 5, 2025, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Admission to the Two Mississippi Museums is free every Sunday. Admission to the Two Mississippi Museums is free every Sunday.

October 5, 2025, 11:00 am - 11:20 am

In honor of the 108th anniversary of Fannie Lou Hamer’s birthday, education staff from the Two Mississippi Museums will host free flash tours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 5. Fannie Lou Hamer was a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement, known for her relentless fight for voting rights and economic justice. Despite facing ongoing oppression, her unwavering activism left a lasting impact on civil rights and social justice. For more information, call 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.