Muscle Shoals Documentary at the George Lindsey UNA Film Festival – February 27
The critically acclaimed “Muscle Shoals” documentary that captivated audiences at the Sundance Film Festival will premiere to its home audience as part of The George Lindsey UNA Film Festival. The feature-length film, which was directed by Greg “Freddy” Camalier, traces the history of Muscle Shoals music through the people who created it.
Rainwater Observatory Director Edwin Faughn’s Artwork Featured on NASA’s Kepler Mission Website
Rainwater Observatory of French Camp Academy director Edwin Faughn’s artwork is currently featured on NASA’s Kepler mission website. Edwin is not only the director of Rainwater but also an artist and lecturer specializing in space sciences. Over the years he has presented hundreds of space science presentations to diverse groups and his original artwork has been featured in and on the covers of numerous international space science magazines, exhibitions and planetarium productions.
Natchez Trace Parkway Trails Closed Due to Major Thoroughfare Construction
LEE COUNTY, MS: The Natchez Trace Parkway National Scenic Trail section between milepost 265.5, and milepost 264.8 at Old Town Creek will be closed to all trail users beginning February 13, 2013, for a period of two years. The closure is due to construction under Tupelo’s Major Thoroughfare Construction Project
The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association
A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at the Parkway Visitor […]
Pioneer Day at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center – February 23, 2013
The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will perform living history demonstrations that show the challenges faced and creative solutions developed by those Americans who lived in the area from the 1700s to 1840. The demonstrations will take place at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi) from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 23, 2013.
Natchez Trace Parkway to Host Black History Month Program
TUPELO, MS: To commemorate Black History Month, Robert Bruce Smith will present a fascinating program entitled From Prince to Slave to Freedom at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2013, at the […]
Controlled Burning along the Natchez Trace Parkway
Weather depending, the Natchez Trace Parkway has plans to conduct three prescribed fires (controlled burns) between the dates of February 4 and February 7. The prescribed fires are located in […]
Civil War Era Fashion Show
A Civil War era fashion show will be held during the Lewis County Historical Society meeting on Monday, March 4, 7 pm, at the Strand Theatre, 100 E. Main St., in Hohenwald.
Natchez Trace Parkway to Celebrate 75th Anniversary
TUPELO, MS: The Natchez Trace Parkway will be celebrating its 75th anniversary on Saturday, May 18, 2013. The free, family-oriented event, to be held from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Parkway Visitor Center near Tupelo, MS, will include live music, children’s activities, classic cars, and much more.
“Wonders of the Winter Stars” – French Camp, MS
Rainwater Observatory in French Camp Mississippi will be offering a free program for this winter season called “WONDERS OF THE WINTER STARS.”
