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A gentleman’s sport, duck hunting provides the ultimate wild game challenge. They say a morning in the duck blind is an experience unlike any other– so make your way to Mississippi’s waterfowl sanctuary. The 2018 duck hunting season in Mississippi begins November 23 and runs through January 27. Where to Hunt From state, federal and […]

The legend of Robert Johnson has been ingrained in Blues lore. Born in Hazlehurst, Mississippi in 1911, Johnson spent his early years drifting from Delta plantation to plantation, being influenced by various blues musicians. However, because he lacked playing skills, Johnson returned home and married. Months later he emerged from Hazlehurst without his wife but […]

Travelers come to Mississippi to soak up history and bask in the blues. Mostly, though, they come to eat. From the Tennessee border to the Gulf Coast’s edge, cooks and award-winning chefs are eager to share a taste of their heritage, with an ample helping of hospitality. BISCUITS It’s no shock that biscuits would be […]

Paris, France still claims the title “City of Love,” but we’d like to think that romance can be found aplenty in Hattiesburg! Newly abuzz with the energy of returning college students and the young at heart, we’re here to bring you some fresh date ideas unique to the Hub City, sure to amaze your longtime […]

Mississippi has a festival for just about anything. We love an excuse to celebrate our unique art, food and culture, and in the spring, our wonderful weather. We take advantage of our temperate spring climate and slower schedules, which pick up during fall football season. Below are a few of our most popular April and […]

Clarksdale boasts a colorful mix of Delta characters and fascinating places. Discover a hotel where blueswoman Bessie Smith died and John F. Kennedy, Jr. slept. Eat a tamale or dine at a restaurant co-owned and frequented by Morgan Freeman. We’re the crossroads of culture and quirkiness with a heavy dose of the blues. Grab a coffee […]

Experience a true Mississippi treasure, from its oak-lined streets to its turn-of-the-century homes, Laurel is a charming and gracious southern town. Located in the southeast region of Mississippi known as the Pine Belt, the city of Laurel was originally established in 1882. It flourished during the growth of the timber industry just over a century ago. We […]

The first chapter of the Mississippi Writers Trail begins with the unveiling of two inaugural markers at a special ceremony opening the 2018 Mississippi Book Festival Aug. 18 in Jackson. The markers will be placed at their permanent locations during official unveiling ceremonies in the coming months. “The Mississippi Writers Trail not only celebrates and […]

Things weren’t always easy for the men of Mississippi State College in the years when the city outlawed alcohol and there was hardly a female to be found on campus. What were these strapping young men to do with nothing to drink and no one to talk to but themselves? It was out of necessity, […]

Mississippians love finding reasons to celebrate, and the Independence Day holiday is no exception. From the Hills to the Coast, you’ll find events, festivals and get-togethers sure to be fun for the whole family. Below are some of our Fourth of July celebrations from across the state. Natchez Fireworks over the Mississippi River in Natchez – […]

The best parties tend to just happen—and when they’re really good, people keep coming back. For more than a century, the Neshoba County Fair has been the perfect place to spend the dog days of summer. What started as a meeting of local farmers in 1889 to show livestock and catch up with family and neighbors quickly […]

Founded in 1821 on the banks of the Tombigbee River, Columbus is the perfect destination for anyone who appreciates classic architecture, literature, good food, and a friendly atmosphere. The city’s roots date back nearly 200 years and now thrives on its rich heritage and Southern charm. We invite you plan a stay and explore Columbus’ exciting sites! […]