JACKSON, Miss. – Visit Mississippi’s Mississippi on the Map podcast continues its acclaimed first season with a powerful second half that dives even deeper into the “Birthplace of America’s Music,” and its unmatched musical legacy. Host Charlie Worsham, 2024 CMA Musician of […]
Attention, y’all: A really cool festival is making its way to Jackson, Mississippi on Nov. 7-9. The National Folk Festival is making its way to the City with Soul and it’s sure to be a fun time. It’s A Southern […]
The Blues Highway is by larger-than-life legends and even more remarkable true tales. Read Forbes’ 6 Urban Hotels That Carefully Transformed Abandoned Buildings Into Luxury Stays […]
From Mortuary To 1920s Theme Boutique Hotel In Gulfport, Mississippi Read Forbes’ 6 Urban Hotels That Carefully Transformed Abandoned Buildings Into Luxury Stays […]
CENTREVILLE, Miss. — On Monday, Visit Mississippi and the Mississippi Humanities Council unveiled a new Mississippi Freedom Trail marker in Centreville to honor the late Anne Moody, a courageous civil rights activist and author whose legacy continues to inspire generations of […]
Many towns and cities along the Blues Trail have planned festivals, exhibitions and live music to mark the 100th birthday of the homegrown musical legend. Read BBC’s Celebrate BB King’s 100th birthday on the Mississippi Blues Trail […]
When crisper, cooler temps arrive, set your compass on one of these eight destination music festivals Read Garden&Gun’s Eight Great Music Fests This Fall […]
Jackson, MS — Visit Mississippi is proud to announce its participation in the 2026 Tournament of Roses Parade with a vibrant float titled “Mississippi: Where Creativity Blooms.” This visual symphony will celebrate the state’s rich artistic legacy. Set to roll […]
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