Delta Mississippi Tourism
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Catfish Capitol Visitor Center - Belzoni, Mississippi
The Catfish Capitol Visitor’s Center in Belzoni, Mississippi. Belzoni is located in Humphrey County, Mississippi, and is commonly called the “Catfish Capital” of the state. Catfish farming is an important commodity for Mississippi’s economy, as more than 117 catfish farms are located there. Humphrey County contains 35,000 acres of ponds averaging 6,000 catfish per acre.
Oldest Slave Founded Town in Mississippi - Mound Bayou, Mississippi
Oldest Slave Founded Town in Mississippi - Mound Bayou, Mississippi
Tracing history of the former slaves of the area can be an interesting journey. This journey may take you to Mound Bayou which was founded in 1887 by Isaiah T. Montgomery and his cousin, Benjamin T. Green. These two men were both former slaves of Joseph Emory Davis. The community is situated halfway between Vicksburg, Mississippi and Memphis, Tennessee off of Highway 61. It is the oldest bastion of Black municipal government in the South.
Rock ‘n Roll & Blues Heritage Musuem - Clarksdale, Mississippi
Rock ‘n Roll & Blues Heritage Museum - Clarksdale, Mississippi
Have you heard of Bessie Smith and Blind Lemon Jefferson and the other blues singers of the 1950’s? At this museum there are 78 RPM’s of these great blues singers on display.
There are also early Rock ‘n Roll artifacts from the likes of Bill Haley, Chuck Berry, Little Richand and of course, Elvis. Don’t miss those of Buddy Holly, Bo Diddly and others that are there.
Mississippi John Hurt Home/Museum - Carrollton, Mississippi
Mississippi John Hurt Home/Museum - Carrollton, Mississippi
You will want to take the time to visit the Mississippi John Hurt Museum which is the actual home of the late Mississippi John Hurt built the 1800’s. Take the two hour tour which includes the museum, home, church, historical marker, gravesite and Old Community Store where MS John Hurt played.
Wister Gardens - Belzoni, Mississippi
Wister Gardens - Belzoni, Mississippi
Enter the fairyland of gardens when you come to the Wister Gardens and their 14 acres of flowers, trees and shrubs.
Designed by Frances Chiles Henry and Wister Henry in the era of 1937 the garden was developed for the beautification and enjoyment for all that stroll through the Garden.
The Ethel Wright Mohamed Stitchery Museum - Belzoni, Mississippi
The Ethel Wright Mohamed Stitchery Museum - Belzoni, Mississippi
Ethel Wright Mohamed was often referred to as Mississippi’s Grandma Moses of stitchery. She was born in 1906 and died in 1992 leaving behind a fabulous array of stitchery telling the stories of her family’s life.
The Catfish Capitol - Belzoni, Mississippi
The Catfish Capitol - Belzoni, Mississippi
Have you ever thought about visiting a Catfish Capitol? You can in Belzoni. Here the newly renovated IB&B Depot has displays and exhibits as a testament to the history and culture of the land and the people of the area.
Oakes African-American Cultural Center - Yazoo City, Mississippi
Oakes African-American Cultural Center -
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The Center is housed in the home of a previous businessman and educator, A.J. Oakes. The house is listed on both the State and National Register of Historic Places.
Delta Blues Museum - Clarksdale, Mississippi
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The museum is there to preserve, interpret and encourage a deep interest in the story of the blues. Established in 1979 the
Mississippi Vacation
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