Tag: American Wars
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The Miss-Lou Military Museum
The Miss-Lou Military Museum and Veterans Welcome/Information Center opened in Natchez on Nov. 12, 2023, at 107 Jefferson Davis Blvd. The museum is operated by the Home With Heroes Foundation Inc., a private non-profit organization helping and honoring veterans and their loved ones. The hours are Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and…
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Beauvoir: The Jefferson Davis Home and Library
Jefferson Davis came to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in 1877 to write his memoirs. He visited childhood friend Sarah Dorsey, who showed him the perfect place to write, her east cottage at Beauvoir. Dorsey had bought the property she named Beauvoir due to its beautiful view from Madison County planter James Brown, who obtained the…
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Amos Deason Home
Nestled within the charming town of Ellisville, Mississippi, the Deason Home is a timeless testament to the antebellum era. This architectural gem, showcasing the “French Raised Cottage” style reminiscent of Mount Vernon, opens a portal to a bygone era, inviting visitors to explore its rich history and exquisite design. Constructed with meticulous attention to detail,…