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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CIT_mississippis-old-capitol_Jackson-MS.html
As the state capitol (1839-1903), this building was the site of the 1861 Secession Convention and 1868 and 1890 Constitutional Conventions. Andrew Jackson, Henry Clay, and Jefferson Davis spoke here. After housing state offices 1917-1959, the Old …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1C0A_the-mccoy-brothers_Raymond-MS.html
(side 1)Joe McCoy and his brother Charlie McCoy, both born on a farm near Raymond, performed and recorded widely during the pre-World War II era, but their most important legacy may rest with the songs they wrote or cowrote. These include "Corrine…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BQG_fortenberry-parkman-farm_Jackson-MS.html
This typical family farmstead was in operation from 1860 to 1960. The buildings were moved from Jefferson Davis Co. in 1981 and restored through the generosity of the family, friends and county supervisors.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BJP_cowles-mead-cemetery_Clinton-MS.html
Like many of his generation, Mead came from the east seeking opportunity in the Mississippi Territory. He owned a tavern on the Old Trace near Natchez and held several political offices, including acting governor in 1806. During this time, he orde…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BHM_clinton-cemetery_Clinton-MS.html
Established ca. 1800, the Clinton Cemetery is one of the oldest in central Mississippi. Buried here are families of pioneer settlers, ten college presidents, and sixty-three Confederate soldiers.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMYJW_millsaps-college_Jackson-MS.html
Chartered Feb. 21, 1890 by Miss. Methodists. Named for & largely endowed by Maj. R.W. Millsaps. Bishop C.B. Galloway first president of board; Bishop W.B. Murrah first president of college.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMYJO_the-alamo-theatre_Jackson-MS.html
The Alamo Theatre opened at this location in 1949. Prior to that the Alamo occupied two other spots in the area. The theatre showed movies, hosted music competitions, and presented blues and jazz concerts by artists such as Nat "King" Cole, Elmore…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMYJN_trumpet-records_Jackson-MS.html
Trumpet Records was the first record company in Mississippi to achieve national stature through its distribution, sales, radio airplay and promotion. Willard and Lillian McMurry launched the label from their retail store, the Record Mart, here at …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMYJA_carter-jewelers_Jackson-MS.html
Established in 1849 by Carl J. Von Seutter as the Carl J. Von Seutter Jewelry and Art Emporium, this business was once located in the Majestic Arcade Building on Capitol Street. In 1918, one of Von Seutter's employees, John C. Carter, purchased th…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMYJ8_greenwood-cemetery_Jackson-MS.html
Established by federal grant of 1821. Originally "The Graveyard"; later "City Cemetery"; & in 1899 received present name. here lie 7 state governors, many other city and state leaders, and in unmarked graves over 100 Confederate soldiers.