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viewable online others only in person explore all the ways mdah can empower you to find preserve and share your mississippi stories research resources digital archives explore online content related to historic events and everyday life in mississippi genealogy get to know our resources then visit our reading rooms catalog most of our records are at the william f winter archives history building and not online search descriptions of items you might like to see in person such as books manuscripts photographs or newspapers historic buildings sites search our online database of mississippi s historic places image collections learn more about the most extensive collection of archaeological artifacts archival records and historic objects that span 13 000 years of mississippi history research at the winter building plan your visit to our reading rooms in jackson where most of our archives are housed image order historical images a quarter million photographs postcards maps and more available for reproduction make a research request engage mdah staff for one hour of intensive research on your project reference mdah publications heritage of mississippi series journal of mississippi history mississippi history now collections objects help us tell stories see what s new in our collections of historic objects archival records and archaeological artifacts learn how to add to them with your own material or objects schedule an appointment to research in our archaeology and historic objects collections collections archives collection view historic manuscripts photographs and documents online and at the state archive archaeology collection schedule an appointment to research our extensive collection of prehistoric and historic artifacts historic objects collection schedule an appointment to view an artifact in our historic objects collection search the collection or talk with our collections staff about adding to mississippi s story with a donation of your own object donate to the collection explore mississippi visit places that tell stories experience mississippi history at more than a dozen destinations made available to the public by mdah see all event rentals book your next event at one of mdah s four distinct venues click here locations eudora welty house and garden grand village of natchez indians historic jefferson college manship house museum margaret ann crigler park coming soon merci train mississippi civil rights museum mississippi governor s mansion museum of mississippi history old capitol museum vicksburg civil war visitor center william f winter archives history building windsor ruins winterville mounds find traveling exhibits learn about our traveling exhibits and how to bring one to your organization find historical markers locate a particular marker or plan a trip to see them all historic preservation image tell your own story see how the historic preservation professionals at mdah can help mississippi communities and federal tribes preserve historic architecture and archaeology preserve history archaeology archaeological research and records archaeological reports archive archaeological survey curation permits professional qualifications abandoned cemeteries buildings mississippi landmarks national register historic resources inventory database preservation planning development certified local government tax incentives grants federal compliance section 106 reviews image order state historical markers public notices state historic preservation office events yoga in the welty garden october 21 2025 5 30 pm 6 00 pm bring your mats for free weekly adult yoga on tuesdays september 30 through october 28 from 5 30 to 6 p m certified yoga instructor maya morris will lead these classes beginning with an intention based on a quote from eudora welty s writing read more welty wednesdays october 22 2025 8 30 am 4 00 pm join the eudora welty house garden ewhg for welty wednesdays beginning wednesday january 8 in honor of 1119 pinehurst street s 100 year anniversary free admission will be offered every wednesday in addition to the long standing tradition of free admission on the 13th of each month honoring welty s april 13 birthday read more ghosts in the garden scavenger hunt october 22 2025 9 00 am 4 00 pm join a monthlong scavenger hunt in the eudora welty house garden kids and kids at heart are invited to go on a ghosts in the garden scavenger hunt throughout the month of october visitors can pick up a scavenger hunt sheet from the little free library read more events find upcoming programs and events that explore mississippi s many stories see all events special programs history is lunch history is lunch is a weekly lecture series of the mississippi department of archives and history that explores different aspects of the state s past the hour long programs are held in the craig h neilsen auditorium of the museum of mississippi history and mississippi civil rights museum building in jackson speaking of mississippi podcast speaking of mississippi features interviews with authors and experts about the state s landmark moments and overlooked stories teachers students image stories help us learn inspire students from k 12 to college to connect with mississippi history explore all the educator resources available through mdah teachers students field trip guides download ready made guides for seven historic destinations mississippi history day an exciting competition for middle and high school students distance learning video series highlights topics found in our museums for teachers and students mississippi history now an award winning reference publication for history projects papers and reports learning lagniappes use our learning lagniappes to quickly search the digital archives for historical photographs and documents to use with students professional development check out our workshops and networking events for teachers government records image manage records with confidence mdah provides free and low cost services to help state and local government entities comply with mississippi laws on records management government records management state government public notice retention schedules archival transfer management guidance electronic records legal guidance state records center how to send your records to the state records center off site lease local government about services retention schedules disposal authorization grant program standards public notice email list faq s event rentals careers volunteering image be part of our story see all the ways you can help preserve and share our history through volunteer internship and career opportunities careers volunteering volunteer opportunities check open positions at specific locations volunteer applications adults college students and service groups can apply online volunteer locations our archives library is only one of many locations we operate active volunteers vicnet volunteer handbook intern with us discover hands on opportunities to grow your skills make connections and contribute to meaningful projects through an internship at mdah careers see current employment opportunities internships gain academic credit and résumé worthy experience fellowship opportunities mdah offers emerging scholars the opportunity to work in the most extensive collection of mississippi related materials about mdah image it s stories that connect us whether you are interested in discovering a mississippi story preserving it for future generations or sharing it with others see how mdah can help about mdah events yoga in the welty garden welty wednesdays news october 20 2025 smithsonian national youth summit inspires mississippi students to reflect on education and history october 17 2025 mdah and msu sign agreement to transform historic jefferson college into regional field school for historic preservation trades image who we are administration archives and records services historic preservation programs and communication museums eudora welty house and garden mississippi civil rights museum museum of mississippi history grand village of natchez indians historic jefferson college manship house museum mississippi governor s mansion old capitol museum winterville mounds news articles and publications board of trustees the foundation for mississippi history bid opportunities annual reports partnerships state flag commission facility rentals book your next event at one of mdah s four distinct venues click here welcome to the mississippi department of archives and history by preserving mississippi s diverse historic resources and sharing them with people around the world mdah inspires discovery of stories that connect our lives and shape our future previous next welcome to the mississippi department of archives and history by preserving mississippi s diverse historic resources and sharing them with people around the world mdah inspires discovery of stories that connect our lives and shape our future previous next empowering people through mississippi s many stories that s our vision at the mississippi department of archives and history we are here to help you explore and discover your mississippi stories you can use this website and our reading rooms in downtown jackson to research historical records archival collections and special publications discover historical sites and museums to visit all around the state check out upcoming events including our history is lunch series preserve mississippi s historic buildings and archaeological sites download field trip guides lesson plans and teaching units view regulations for managing state and local government records find out how to volunteer donate and more news events find the latest news upcoming programs and special exhibitions at the mississippi department of archives and history news events research discover your story search the ultimate primary resource of mississippi s historical documents photos videos and more you can use our online collections and the extensive resources at our reading rooms in downtown jackson to build your family tree create an engaging presentation or simply explore your mississippi history get started explore real stories real places set out on a hands on history adventure and discover the people and places that shaped your mississippi mdah welcomes curious visitors of all ages to more than a dozen museums historic sites and cultural attractions throughout the state go places preserve tell your story for generations to come mississippi is rich in architectural and archaeological history see how teachers and students stories are for sharing help your students explore their mississippi history from k 12 to college discover ready to use field trip guides professional development opportunities a host of classroom resources and information on mississippi history day our history themed student competition education religion initiative learn about the role of religion in mississippi history and culture made possible by a grant from lilly endowment s religion and cultural institutions initiative mdah offers programs through its religion initiative that range from free group tours of the two mississippi museums to research fellowships in the archives learn more donate leave a lasting legacy help preserve and share the stories of mississippi discover the many meaningful ways to give to mdah donate to a collection financial donation volunteer be part of history volunteer with mdah and help us preserve and connect mississippi s rich historic resources with people around the world volunteer news articles smithsonian national youth summit inspires mississippi students to reflect on education and history 10 20 2025 sixty students from across mississippi gathered tuesday october 14 at the old capitol museum for the state s first smithsonian national youth summit an event exploring how education and history influence civic life read more mdah and msu sign agreement to transform historic jefferson college into regional field school for historic preservation trades 10 17 2025 the mississippi department of archives and history and mississippi state university have signed an agreement that establishes a framework to create a regional hub for education research and workforce development at historic jefferson college near natchez read more family of fannie lou hamer donates civil rights leader s presidential medal of freedom to the mississippi department of archives and history 10 10 2025 the family of fannie lou hamer has donated the civil rights leader s presidential medal of freedom to the mississippi department of archives and history to ensure her legacy of activism is shared with future generations read more mdah remembers retired board member roland weeks 10 7 2025 roland weeks longtime publisher of gulf coast newspapers the daily herald and the sun herald and a former member of the mississippi department of archives and history board of trustees died october 4 aged 89 read more mdah now accepting applications for 2026 research fellowships 10 7 2025 the mississippi department of archives and history mdah is accepting applications for four 2026 fellowships the eudora welty research fellowship the medgar and myrlie evers research fellowship the religion in mississippi history research fellowship and the robert bob moses civil rights research fellowship read more america250 s our american story initiative to visit cleveland columbus and jackson this october 10 3 2025 america250 mississippi is excited to announce the october 2025 dates for the national america250 initiative our american story a national oral and visual storytelling project designed to gather and preserve the voices that shape our nation read more events yoga in the welty garden october 21 2025 5 30 pm 6 00 pm bring your mats for free weekly adult yoga on tuesdays september 30 through october 28 from 5 30 to 6 p m certified yoga instructor maya morris will lead these classes beginning with an intention based on a quote from eudora welty s writing read more welty wednesdays october 22 2025 8 30 am 4 00 pm join the eudora welty house garden ewhg for welty wednesdays beginning wednesday january 8 in honor of 1119 pinehurst street s 100 year anniversary free admission will be offered every wednesday in addition to the long standing tradition of free admission on the 13th of each month honoring welty s april 13 birthday read more ghosts in the garden scavenger hunt october 22 2025 9 00 am 4 00 pm join a monthlong scavenger hunt in the eudora welty house garden kids and kids at heart are invited to go on a ghosts in the garden scavenger hunt throughout the month of october visitors can pick up a scavenger hunt sheet from the little free library read more get our news subscribe to the mdah weekly update and the mississippi history newsletter to keep up with all the latest news upcoming programs and special exhibitions at the mississippi department 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