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Empowering people through Mississippi’s many stories. | Mississippi Department of Archives & History Research Collections Explore Mississippi Historic Preservation Events Teachers & Students Government Records Careers & Volunteering About MDAH News Contact Donate 601-576-6850 News Genealogy Contact Donate Research Discover your story Image Discover your story. Some of our archives are 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 Merci Train Mississippi Civil Rights Museum Mississippi Governor’s Mansion Museum of Mississippi History Old Capitol Museum 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 May 14, 2024, 7:00 am - 7:30 am Bring your mats for Yoga in the Welty Garden every Tuesday in May from 7–7:30 a.m. Read More... MDAH Board of Trustees Teleconference Meeting May 14, 2024, 9:00 am - 9:30 am At 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, the MDAH Board of Trustees will hold a teleconference meeting in the William F. Winter Archives and History Building. Read More... History Is Lunch: Kidada Williams, "’The Devil Was Turned Loose’" May 15, 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 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 Traveling Trunks Bring history to life in your classroom. 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 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 Image What can MDAH Volunteers Do? Explore roles for public, behind-the-scenes, and even virtual e-volunteers. 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 Tue, May 14, 2024, 9 - 9:30am MDAH Board of Trustees Teleconference Meeting News May 7, 2024 What to Know Before You Go to Mississippi Makers Fest at the Two Mississippi Museums May 6, 2024 Higher Purpose Co. to Sponsor Free Weekend at Two Mississippi Museums 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...