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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM21U4_gulfside-assembly_Waveland-MS.html
Originally called the Gulfside Chatauqua and Camp Meeting Ground, Gulfside was founded in 1923 by Robert E. Jones, the first black Methodist Bishop. At the time, it was the only resort in the Gulf Region open to black Methodists. In 1980, Gulfside…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM21TL_pearl-rivers_Waveland-MS.html
The summer home of George and Eliza Jane Poitevent Nicholson, locally known as "Fort" Nicholson, was located here. Better known as "Pearl Rivers." Eliza Nicholson (1849-1896) was a poet, writer, and published of the New Orleans Times-Picayune. Inn…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM21TH_sea-song-plantation_Waveland-MS.html
The home of Andrew Jackson, Jr., a nephew and the adopted son of President Jackson, was located here. Jackson and his wife Sarah, who named the plantation, lived here just before the Civil War. The JAcksons sold the property in 1861. The house , w…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM21T0_our-lady-of-the-gulf_Waveland-MS.html
Established 1847 by Bishop J.J. Chanche, S.S., first Bishop of Natchez. Mother church of Hancock County, third oldest Catholic parish on the Gulf Coast and fifth oldest in Mississippi.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM21RN_the-pirate-house_Waveland-MS.html
According to local tradition, the "Pirate House," located here, was built as early as 1802 and was frequented by famed pirate Jean Lafitte and his associates. Later remodeled as a Greek Revival structure, the house is believed to have a secret tun…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM21RD_from-the-people-of-waveland_Waveland-MS.html
In appreciation and gratitude to all who gave their time, energy, and money to help us recover from Hurricane Camille. On August 17, 1969 our city was devastated, but those who cared came to her rescue.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM21QK_hurricane-katrina_Waveland-MS.html
Never has there been such a volunteer effort than was shown after Hurricane Katrina on August 29, 2005. We thank all who came to our aid and gave us hope and help after the devastation of this storm. May God Bless.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMX3H_browns-vineyard_Waveland-MS.html
Located at this site, Brown's Vineyard, established 1874, was a popular resort during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The wine, produced on site from scuppernong grapes, was marketed and sold across the United States. The vineyard, which a…