African Americans in Mississippi or Black Mississippians are residents of the state of Mississippi who are of African American ancestry. As of the 2019 U.S. Census estimates, African …

Jan 29, 2025 · Topping the list of legendary Mississippi African Americans who impacted the lives of all Americans is Medgar Evers. A tribute to Evers in the context of his impact on the life of …

The legacy of the African-American experience goes deep in Mississippi, tracing the arc of history from enslavement through war and emancipation and the struggle for freedom and equality.

Aug 12, 2024 · Search for "FREEDMEN - MISSISSIPPI" in the Subjects search bar to find. Visit the African American Freedmen's Bureau Records page to learn more about utilizing these …

Mississippi is a state steeped in history, and during Black History Month, it’s the perfect time to explore the rich African American heritage that has shaped the cultural and historical fabric of …

By the turn of the century, Jim Crow laws disenfranchised African Americans, eliminated equality under the law, and ushered in segregation. Explore artifacts, photos, and documents featured …

In 2022, more than fifty African Americans were serving in the Mississippi State Legislature, carrying on the legacy of the first Black men who served there in 1870. Mississippi’s first Black …

Free African Americans living in Mississippi reached their greatest number around 1840, when the census listed 1,336, and they declined steadily, numbering only 775 in 1860. A majority were …

Natchez Museum of African-American History and Culture. Artwork, literature, and artifacts relating to the lives of African Americans in Natchez. 301 Main Street Natchez, Mississippi. …

1 day ago · Blanche Kelso Bruce became the first Black American to preside over the U.S. Senate. He was also the first Black American to serve a full term in the Senate and later the …