T.J. Huddleston, Sr. Yazoo City, Mississippi – June 1, 2016 – Today we remember the life and legacy of one great Yazooan, Thomas Jefferson Huddleston, Sr., born June 1, 1876. A great orator and salesman with a gift for captivating his audience, he started...
Henry Herschel Brickell, 1889 – 1952, was born in Senatobia, Mississippi on September 13, 1889. He grew up in Yazoo City attending the local schools, and no doubt visiting the historic Ricks Memorial Library. He went on to attend the University of Mississippi,...
Use this map to easily locate the Mississippi Blues Trail markers in Yazoo County, OR download the iPhone app from iTunes! View Yazoo County Blues Trail in a larger map
The Oakes African-American Cultural CenterP.O. Box 1192 | 930 Lamar Ave. Yazoo City, MS 39194 | 662-746-7984 Admission is FREE. Donations are welcomed. NOTE: THE OAKES AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING RENOVATIONS. THE INSIDE OF THE HOME IS NOT...
Yazoo County African-American Heritage Tour Tour length: Approx. 5 hrs. Arrive at Yazoo County Convention & Visitors Bureau Office and Visitor Center Travel to Oakes African American Cultural Center (UPDATE: The Oakes House is currently closed for renovations. We...
Tommy McClennan Physical, intense Mississippi blues. Underrated guitar player. Born on a farm in April, 1908, and grew up in nearby Yazoo City, Mississippi. Played across the South Delta in towns like Greenwood, Indianola and Itta Bena during the 1920s and through...
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