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African American Historic Places in Mississippi are special locations that tell important stories about Black history in the state. These places include homes, schools, churches, and other buildings that were significant to African Americans. They help us remember and learn about the struggles, achievements, and daily lives of Black people throughout history.

Many of these sites are recognized by important groups like the National Park Service and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. These organizations work to protect and share historical places. Some sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means they are officially recognized for their historical importance. Others are even more special, called National Historic Landmarks, showing they have exceptional national historical value. Some places also have special Mississippi historical markers, which are signs that explain their history.

Exploring Historic Sites in Adams County

Natchez

Natchez is home to several places that are important to African American history. These sites help us understand the lives and contributions of people in the past.

Important Places in Alcorn County

Alcorn

  • Oakland Chapel is part of Alcorn State University, a historically Black university.

Significant Sites in Bolivar County

Mound Bayou

Historical Locations in Claiborne County

Port Gibson

  • Golden West Cemetery is a historic burial ground that tells stories of the community.

Coastal History in Hancock County

Bay St. Louis

Along the coast, several historic districts highlight the heritage of African American communities.

  • Beach Boulevard Historic District
  • Sycamore Street Historic District
  • Washington Street Historic District

Harrison County's Heritage

Biloxi

  • The Pleasant Reed Home is a special house that shows how a formerly enslaved man built a life for his family after the Civil War.

Jackson's African American Landmarks

Old State Capitol, 100 North State Street, Jackson (Hinds County, Mississippi)
The Old State Capitol building in Jackson.

Jackson

Jackson, the state capital, has many important sites that reflect African American history and civil rights.

  • Alex Williams House
  • Ayer Hall
  • Farish Street Neighborhood Historic District is a historic area that was once a lively center for African American businesses and culture.
  • The Mississippi State Capitol building itself has seen many important moments in the state's history, including those related to civil rights.
  • Smith Robertson Elementary School was one of the first public schools for African American children in Jackson.
  • West Capitol Street Historic District

Tougaloo

  • The John W. Boddie House is located near Tougaloo College, another important historically Black institution.

Jackson County's Historical Gem

Ocean Springs

  • The Thomas Isaac Keys House is a historic home that represents the lives of African Americans in this coastal town.

Jefferson County's Educational History

Lorman

  • The Alcorn State University Historic District includes several buildings that are part of Alcorn State University, one of the oldest historically Black land-grant universities in the United States.

Jefferson Davis County's Past

Prentiss

  • The 1907 House offers a glimpse into the early 20th-century life in the community.

Meridian's Rich History

Historic Wechsler School (Meridian, Mississippi)
The Wechsler School was the first brick public school building in Mississippi built with public funds for African-American children.

Meridian

Meridian has several significant sites that highlight African American education and community life.

  • The Carnegie Branch Library was an important place for learning and community gatherings.
  • The Masonic Temple served as a center for social and civic activities.
  • The Meridian Baptist Seminary played a role in religious education.
  • The Merrehope Historic District
  • The Wechsler School was a groundbreaking school, being the first brick public school in Mississippi built with public money specifically for African American children.

Leflore County's Heritage

Greenwood

  • Wesley Memorial Methodist Episcopal is a historic church that served as a spiritual and community hub.

Marshall County's Historic Treasures

Holly Springs

Holly Springs is home to several sites connected to African American education and notable figures.

  • The Mississippi Industrial College Historic District includes buildings from a historically Black college.
  • Oakview
  • The Sprires Bolling House is now home to a museum honoring Ida B. Wells, a famous journalist and civil rights activist.

Monroe County's Historic District

Aberdeen

  • The South Central Aberdeen Historic District preserves a part of the town's history, including places important to African American residents.

Oktibbeha County's Memorials

Starkville

  • The Odd Fellows Cemetery is a historic cemetery that tells stories of the lives of African Americans in the area.

Warren County's Vicksburg Sites

Vicksburg

  • Beulah Cemetery is a historic cemetery in Vicksburg, a city with a long and complex history.
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