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    • MDAH Calendar of Events

    May

    • Wednesday, May 2, noon-1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Ken P’Pool talks about restoration projects on the Gulf Coast. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Saturday, May 5, 10–11:30 a.m. (ages 6–8) and 2–3:30 p.m. (ages 9–12) at Historic Jefferson College. EXPLORE! Bees. Children will learn about the life cycle of bees, taste some honey and make a bee pin to take home. Parents and grand-parents are always welcome to stay and learn. $10 pre-registration required. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Wednesday, May 9, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Mississippi Arts Commission director Malcolm White presents “Politics and Entertainment in Southern Culture.” For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Thursday, May 10, 9 a.m. at the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Permit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History will hold its regular monthly meeting in the second-floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Mingo Tingle at 601-576-6850 or by email.

    • Saturday, May 12, 1–3 p.m. at Historic Jefferson College. EXPLORE! History:  Early American Weapons. Original and replica early American weapons will be on display throughout the afternoon. Matt Avance, owner of Tennessee Valley Muzzleloading, will be on hand to discuss the history and use of the weapons. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Tuesday, May 15, noon at Historic Jefferson College. Lunchtime Lecture: Architects of Antebellum Mississippi. MDAH Architectural Historian Todd Sanders discuss antebellum buildings and the men who designed them. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Wednesday, May 16, 10 a.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building, Jackson. The Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will hold its regular quarterly meeting. For more information call 601-576-6850.

    • Wednesday, May 16, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Robert P. Adams will discuss the Merci Train Car renovation. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Thursday, May 17, 1 p.m. in the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Mississippi Historic Preservation Professional Review Board will meet to consider nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. The meeting is open to the public. For more information call 601-576-6850.

    • Saturday, May 19, 8:45 a.m.–5 p.m. at Historic Jefferson College. Big Yam Potatoes Old Time Music Concert and Fiddle Contest. Old-time musicians from all over Mississippi gather for a day of performances, and talented fiddlers young and old compete in the fiddle contest.  For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Saturday, May 19, 1-2 p.m. at Winterville Mounds. Speaker Series 2012.  Soil survey project leader Rachael Stout Evans will present “Soil: Not Just the Dirt Around the Artifact.” Admission is free and refreshments will be served. For more information call 662-334-4684.

    • Wednesdays, May 23–June 27, 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Eudora Welty House Museum. Summer Storytime. The Eudora Welty House Museum, the Brandon Public Library, and the Eudora Welty Library are teaming up to inspire and entertain young readers. Each Wednesday children K-3 will hear a classic story then make a related craft. For more information call 601-353-7762 or email Eudora Welty House.

    • Wednesday, May 23, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Todd Sanders will talk about project successes under the Tax Credit program. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Thursday, May 24, 6:30 p.m. at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians. As part of the Archaeology Program series, MDAH chief archaeologist Pamela Edwards Lieb will present “The Mississippi Mound Trail: Preserving a Resource and Promoting Heritage Tourism.” For more information call 601-446-6502 or email Grand Village.

    • Wednesday, May 30, noon-1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Architectural historian Jennifer Baughn talks about modern architects of Mississippi. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    June

    • Wednesdays in June 27, 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Eudora Welty House Museum. Summer Storytim. The Eudora Welty House Museum, the Brandon Public Library, and the Eudora Welty Library are teaming up to inspire and entertain young readers. Each Wednesday children K-3 will hear a classic story then make a related craft. For more information call 601-353-7762 or email Eudora Welty House.

    • Tuesday-Friday, June 5-8, 9 a.m.–noon at Historic Jefferson College. Pioneer Camp I. Children ages 7-9 learn about Pioneer life in the early 1800s. The day camp features hands-on activities such as quilting, soap-making, animal life, and frontier camp. Cost is $25, pre-registration is required. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Wednesday-Friday, June 6-8, 1–4 p.m. at Historic Jefferson College. Frontier Survival Camp. Children ages 10-14 will learn hands-on skills needed by frontiersmen (and women) to survive the wilds of Mississippi in the 18th & 19th centuries, including archery, hunting, tanning hides, map and compass reading and more!  Cost is $25, pre-registration is required.  For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Wednesday, June 6, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Bettye Coward talks about the history of Blue Mountain College. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • June 11–15, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. Unveiling History: An Exhibits Workshop. From researching historic objects to planning the opening party, rising 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students will get a behind the scenes look at museums as they design and build and their own exhibit for display in the William F. Winter Building.  Registration fee is $150. Pre-registration required. For more information call 601-576-6800.

    • Tuesday-Friday, June 12-15, 9 a.m.–noon at Historic Jefferson College. Pioneer Camp II. Children ages 10-12 learn about Pioneer life in the early 1800s. The day camp features hands-on activities such as quilting, soap-making, animal life, and frontier camp. Cost is $25, pre-registration is required. For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Wednesday, June 13, noon–1 p.m. at the Old Capitol Museum. As part of the History Is Lunch series, historian and MDAH Historic Properties Division director Jim Barnett talks about his new book in the Heritage of Mississippi Series, Mississippi’s American Indians, and signs copies. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Wednesday, June 13, 10 a.m.–noon at Winterville Mounds.  Summer Fun Days: Drum Making.  Children up to 12 years old are invited to learn drum making.  Registration is required. Admission is free. For more information or to register call 662-334-4684.

    • Thursday, June 14, 9 a.m. at the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Permit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History will hold its regular monthly meeting in the second-floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Mingo Tingle at 601-576-6850 or by email.

    • Thursday, June 14, 10 a.m.–noon at Winterville Mounds.  Summer Fun Days: Weaving.  Children up to 12 years old are invited to learn paper weaving.  Registration is required. Admission is free. For more information or to register call 662-334-4684.

    • Friday, June 15, 10 a.m.–noon at Winterville Mounds.  Summer Fun Days: Treasure Hunt.  Children up to 12 years old are invited to take part in a 16th century style Spanish  treasure hunt.  Registration is required. Admission is free. For more information or to register call 662-334-4684.

    • Saturday, June 16, 1–3 p.m. at Winterville Mounds.  Summer Fun Days: Beadwork.  Children up to 12 years old are invited to make a beaded necklace.  Registration is required. Admission is free. For more information or to register call 662-334-4684.

    • Wednesday, June 20, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Southern Studies scholar Noel Polk reads from his latest book, “Walking Safari: Or, the Hippo Highway and Other Poems.” For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Wednesday, June 20, 10 a.m.–noon at Winterville Mounds.  Summer Fun Days: Drum Making.  Children up to 12 years old are invited to learn drum making.  Registration is required. Admission is free. For more information or to register call 662-334-4684.

    • Thursday, June 21, 6:30 p.m. at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians. As part of the Archaeology Program series, University of North Carolina Ph.D. candidate Meg Kassabaum will present “2012 Archaeological Investigations at Feltus.” For more information call 601-446-6502 or email Grand Village.

    • Thursday, June 21, 10 a.m.–noon at Winterville Mounds.  Summer Fun Days: Weaving.  Children up to 12 years old are invited to learn paper weaving.  Registration is required. Admission is free. For more information or to register call 662-334-4684.

    • Friday, June 22, 10 a.m.–noon at Winterville Mounds.  Summer Fun Days: Treasure Hunt.  Children up to 12 years old are invited to take part in a 16th century style Spanish  treasure hunt.  Registration is required. Admission is free. For more information or to register call 662-334-4684.

    • Wednesday, June 27, noon–1 p.m. at the Old Capitol Museum. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Jacksonian Bill Patrick presents “The Truth about Casey Jones.” For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Thursday, June 28, 5–8 p.m. at the Old Capitol Museum. Red, White and Jackson. In conjunction with Fourth of July festivities sponsored by the Jackson Chamber of Commerce, the Old Capitol Museum will stay open until 8 pm and offer free activities for children such as crafts and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy food, music, and fireworks on the Old Capitol Green. For more information on Red, White, and Jackson, call the Jackson Chamber at 601-948-7575.

    July

    • July 10–October 7 at the Old Capitol Museum. Pieces of the Past: Mississippi’s Chief Executive. Rotating exhibit features artifacts relating to former governors of Mississippi. For more information call 601-576-6920 or email Old Capitol.

    • Wednesday–Friday, July 11–13, 9 a.m.–noon at Historic Jefferson College. Civil War Adventure Camp. Young Civil War enthusiasts ages 8-12 are encouraged to sign up for this camp for a unique look at the Civil War from a soldier’s point of view.  Boys and girls will learn how to drill and parade, get a black powder rifle demonstration, and learn about the gear necessary for survival while in the military.  Cost is $25, pre-registration is required.  For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Thursday, July 12, 9 a.m. at the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Permit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History will hold its regular monthly meeting in the second-floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Mingo Tingle at 601-576-6850 or by email.

    • July 16–20, 8:30 a.m.–noon at the Old Capitol Museum. Mississippi Places and Faces. From mounds to modern Mississippi, rising 4th, 5th, and 6th graders will discover what made Mississippi the wonderful and diverse place it has become. Camp activities will include hands-on artifacts, crafts, tours, and more at the Old Capitol Museum, Governor’s Mansion, Eudora Welty House, and State Capitol. Registration fee is $50. Pre-registration required. For more information call 601-576-6800.

    • Tuesday, July 17, 10:30 a.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building, Jackson. The Local Government Records Committee will hold its regular quarterly meeting in the third floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information call 601-576-6894.

    • Wednesday, July 18, noon–1 p.m. at the Old Capitol Museum. As part of the History Is Lunch series, historian and author Timothy B. Smith will discuss his new book on Senator J. Z. George. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Thursday, July 19, 10 a.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building, Jackson. The State Records Committee will hold its regular quarterly meeting in the third floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information call 601-576-6811.

    • Saturday, July 21, 1:00 p.m. at Winterville Mounds.  Music of the Delta, Winterville Mounds director Mark Howell will examine the different kinds of music heard in the Delta from Prehistoric times to the present using recorded audio samples and playing musical instruments. A musical performance will follow. The talk is for young and old, and families are welcome. For more information call 662-334-4684.

    • July 23–27, 8:30 a.m.–noon at the Old Capitol Museum. Mississippi Places and Faces. From mounds to modern Mississippi, rising 4th, 5th, and 6th graders will discover what made Mississippi the wonderful and diverse place it has become. Camp activities will include hands-on artifacts, crafts, tours, and more at the Old Capitol Museum, Governor’s Mansion, Eudora Welty House, and State Capitol. Registration fee is $50. Pre-registration required. For more information call 601-576-6800.

    • Tuesday-Friday, July 24-27, 9 a.m.–noon at Historic Jefferson College. Naturalist Camp. Children ages 9-12 will get a close up look at insects, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, bugs, and plants through hands-on projects and observation in the field. Cost is $25, pre-registration is required.  For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Friday, July 27, 10 a.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building, Jackson. The Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will hold its regular quarterly meeting. For more information call 601-576-6850.

    August

    • Thursday, August 9, 9 a.m. at the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Permit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History will hold its regular monthly meeting in the second-floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Mingo Tingle at 601-576-6850 or by email.

    • Wednesday, August 15, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Jacksonian Vernon Chadwick talks about Natchez and General Douglas MacArthur. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    September

    • Wednesday, September 5, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Author Seetha Srinivasan and filmmaker Kathryn Rodenmeyer talk about the history of nursing in Mississippi. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Wednesday, September 12, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Architectural historian Todd Sanders talks about the work of Mississippi architect Hays Town. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Thursday, September 13, 9 a.m. at the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Permit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History will hold its regular monthly meeting in the second-floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Mingo Tingle at 601-576-6850 or by email.

    • Thursday, September 20, 1 p.m. in the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Mississippi Historic Preservation Professional Review Board will meet to consider nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. The meeting is open to the public. For more information call 601-576-6850.

    • Thursday-Friday, September 20–21, at Historic Jefferson College. Pioneer Days. Over 20 demonstrators present information about Pioneer life to school groups.  Topics include furniture making, quilting, story-telling, fiddling, pioneer toys and much more! School groups wishing to schedule a time slot for Pioneer Days should contact Kay McNeil at kmcneil@mdah.state.ms.us.

    • Wednesday, September 26, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Historian Charles Eagles talks about the admission of James Meredith into Ole Miss on the fifteenth anniversary of the historic event. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    October

    • Wednesday, October 3, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Archivist Jeff Rogers talks about the MDAH graphics collection for Archives Month. For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Wednesday, October 10, noon–1 p.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. As part of the History Is Lunch series, Susan Haltom, coauthor of “One Writer’s Garden,” presents “Reading and Writing: The Progressive Welty Women.” For more information call 601-576-6998.

    • Thursday, October 11, 9 a.m. at the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Permit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History will hold its regular monthly meeting in the second-floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Mingo Tingle at 601-576-6850 or by email.

    • Tuesday, October 16, 10:30 a.m. at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building, Jackson. The Local Government Records Committee will hold its regular quarterly meeting in the third floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information call 601-576-6894.

    • Wednesday-Friday, October 17-19, 10 a.m. The Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History will hold its regular quarterly meeting. For more information call 601-576-6850.

    • Thursday, October 25, 6:30 p.m. at Historic Jefferson College. Ghost Tales around the Campfire. Families are invited to listen to (not too) spooky tales around the bonfire at Bring a chair or blanket. Free of charge.  For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Wednesday-Friday, October 31- November 2, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at Winterville Mounds.  Native American Days 2012.  Meet Native American members of the Choctaw, Seminole, Cherokee, and Houma Nation and experience traditional music, dance, and storytelling. Activities will include Native American arts and crafts, games, food, and primitive weapon.  Project S.O.A.R. (Save Our American Raptors), the USDA Wildlife, and the Southern Traditional Archery Association will also be present.  Admission is free, but donations are accepted. For more information call 662-334-4684 or email Winterville Mounds.

    November

    • Saturday, November 3, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Winterville Mounds. Native American Game Day.  Spend the day learning how to play chunkey and stickball and shoot bow and arrows while enjoying  Native American arts and crafts and food.children’s activities.  Admission is free, but donations are accepted.  For more information call 662-334-4684.

    • Thursday, November 8, 9 a.m. at the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Permit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History will hold its regular monthly meeting in the second-floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Mingo Tingle at 601-576-6850 or by email.

    • Saturday-Sunday, November 10-11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Historic Jefferson College. Wirt Adams Raid into Natchez Civil War Reenactment. Reenactors from around the south gather to recreate Wirt Adams’ raid into Natchez.  The public is welcome to attend and watch the festivities as both “Yankees” and “Rebs” reenact the battle in the “bowl.”  There’ll be plenty of cannons and black-powder muskets firing, cavalry galloping and infantry advancing!  For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    December

    • December 6–31 at Historic Jefferson College. Celebration of Christmas Trees. Local school groups and home educators adopt Christmas trees and decorate them for class projects.  For more information call 601-442-2901 or email Jefferson College.

    • Thursday, December 13, 9 a.m. at the Charlotte Capers Building, Jackson. The Permit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History will hold its regular monthly meeting in the second-floor board room. The meeting is open to the public. For more information contact Mingo Tingle at 601-576-6850 or by email.
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