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Oakes African-American Cultural Center
The former home of noted scholar A.J. Oakes, this building now educates visitors on the achievements of African-Americans from Yazoo County. Items on display at the cultural center include art, historical manuscripts and cultural artifacts. Oakes is open till 3pm, Monday through Friday.
Address: 312 South Monroe Street Yazoo City MS USA 39194
 1 662 746-5038
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The Cedars Plantation
Erected in 1836, Cedars is one of the oldest plantations in the county. Constructed in large part by slaves, the house is a reminder of Mississippi's past. Tours of this plantation are by appointment only.
Address: 2173 Oktoc Road Starkville MS USA 39759
1 662 324-7569
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Isiah Montgomery Home
The former home of Mound Bayou founder, Isiah Montgomery, this house is located on the town's main street. The house and town is of cultural significance due to it being one of the first communities formed by former African-American slaves.
Address: 212 South Main Street Mound Bayou MS USA 38762
1 662 741-2181
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Fannie Lou Hamer Gravesite
Located east of Cleveland, Mississippi, the grave-site of this noted civil rights activist is in Ruleville. Fannie Lou is most well known for uttering the phrase "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired." Interested visitors are advised to call for exact directions to this monument.
Address: Byron St. Ruleville MS USA 38771
1 601 756-2791
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Florewood River Plantation State Park & Museum
Recreating the look and feel of a cotton plantation circa 1850, this interpretive center is located in Greenwood. Open year round, Florewood features live reenactments and historical performances throughout the day. Senior citizens receive reduced admission prices.
Address: Ft. Loring Dr. Greenwood MS USA
1 662 455-3821
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Saints Academy
A former plantation, Saints Academy is a historic sight and archive located in Lexington, Mississippi. Interested parties will find archival data with respect to African-American culture and historical events. Saints Academy is closed on weekends.
Address: Hwy. 17 S. Lexington MS USA
1 662 834-1019
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The Tennessee Williams Welcome Center is the first home of the famous American playwright who was born in Columbus in 1911. In 1993 this home was in danger of being torn down so efforts to preserve the landmark took effect and today it stands as a historic landmark home dedicated to Tennessee Williams.
Address: 300 Main Street Columbus MS USA 39701-4532
1 662 328-0222
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Dockery Plantation
Once home to several pioneers of the blues, this landmark is located in Cleveland, Mississippi. Dockery Plantation was built in 1895, and quickly became a place of lodging for blues legends such as Charlie Patton and Robert Johnson. The plantation is free to view.
Address: Border of Bolivar and Sunflower County Cleveland MS USA 38732
1 662 843-2712
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Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield is where the Confederates were victorious under the leadership of Major General Nathan Bedford Forrest. Brices Cross Roads is an excellent example of winning the battle, but losing the war. The grounds of the site are open daily year-round, but the visitor and interpretive center is open 9am to 5pm Tuesday through Saturday and from 12:30pm to 5pm on Sunday. The center is closed on Monday.
Address: 607 Grisham St. Baldwyn MS USA 38824
 Send an Email 1 662 365-3969
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This historic site was home to the first cotton crop commercially produced entirely by machinery. Today, the site features a museum full of antique items that depict the history of the area's cotton industry.
Address: . Clarksdale MS USA
Send an Email 1 662 624-5756
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