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• Historic Preservation Commission Meetings

  • Start
    14 Jan 2026
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  • End
    2 Dec 2026
  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    200 South President Street, Downtown Jackson

  Historic Preservation Commission Meetings

  Historic preservation plays a vital role in maintaining Jackson’s unique character. It ensures that new construction and rehabilitation projects are compatible with existing neighborhood styles and quality standards. The Historic Preservation Ordinance was first adopted in 1988 and has been amended over time to guide:

  Rehabilitation of historic structures

  New development within historic districts

  Alterations to cultural, architectural, and archaeological properties

  Protection of local and state landmarks, as well as sites listed on the National Register of Historic Properties

  Local historic districts were created with the agreement of property owners, recognizing the long-term benefits to their communities.

  
  

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• Exhibition: Giants of the Ice Age MS Museum of Natural Science

  • Start
    31 Jan 2026
  • End
    23 Aug 2026
  • Location
    2148 Riverside Drive, Jackson, MS 39202

  Experience 12 full-sized, scientifically accurate robotic Ice Age animals - breathing, roaring, gnashing teeth, turning their gaze, waving their tails, and bringing the Ice Age to life.  

  At this indoor and outdoor exhibit, you will: 

  • Stand beneath a towering Woolly Mammoth and face off with the ferocious Short-faced Bear 
  • Meet ancient icons like the Dire Wolf, Terror Bird, and Woolly Rhinoceros 
  • Marvel at the colossal Gigantopithecus, the largest primate to ever live 
  • Encounter the curious Macrauchenia, the armored Glyptodon, and the towering Irish Elk 
  • Discover how Ice Age creatures survived extreme conditions - and what led to their extinction 
  • Engage with colorful displays, videos, and hands-on learning stations that make ancient life come alive 

  Giants of the Ice Age blends science, artistry, and storytelling to show you how these incredible species existed in a frozen world filled with challenges and surprises. From tusks to talons, it’s a thrilling adventure through deep time you won’t forget! 

  "Thanks to the generosity of our donors and members, we’re able to help bring exciting, interactive exhibits like Giants of the Ice Age to Mississippi. Supporting the Museum through membership and giving means making a direct impact on families, education, and conservation right here at home,” says MMNSF Executive Director Susan Frazier. 

  
  

  
  

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• The Great Ground Sloth · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    31 Jul 2026
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  The Great Ground Sloth

  Slow down and step into the shoes — or claws — of the Giant Ground Sloth! Discover how these towering Ice Age giants lived in the prehistoric wild. Through slow-motion challenges, claw-tastic crafts, and mega-mammal measurement labs, young explorers and their grown-ups will compare these ancient animals to their modern-day relatives.

  Looking for something fun to do with your kids this summer? Then join MDWFP’s Mississippi Museum of Natural Science for Fun Fridays. Each Fun Friday will have a new theme where we will explore activities that feature astonishing humans, amazing animals, or crazy STEAM challenges through hands-on stations spread through the museum. Fun Fridays are suitable for families or groups with children ages 4 and up and are included with museum admission or membership.

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• Trivia Night · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    31 Jul 2026
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  Trivia Night At the Museum

  For Ages 21+

  Limited Seating

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  Bring your friends, meet new people, and compete for bragging rights in a fun-filled Trivia Night at the MS Museum of Natural Science!

  Whether you're a seasoned trivia buff or simply looking for a great night out, this event guarantees a memorable experience you won't want to miss.

  
  

  TIME:

  7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

  Doors will open at 6:30

  
  

  COST:

  Tickets are $10 both online and at the door.

  Not included with MMNSF Membership.

  
  

  Ticket Purchase Includes:

  Entry to participate in the Trivia Night

  Access to Aquarium Hall

  Access to Ice Age Exhibit

  
  

  Vendors:

  Wheel of Flavor Food Truck

  Hal & Mal’s (beverages only)

  
  

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• Access for All Free First Saturdays · Mississippi Museum of Art

  • Start
    1 Aug 2026
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  • End
    3 Jun 2028
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  • Schedule
    23 sessions
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Art

  The museum offers free admission to exhibitions, drop-in artmaking (11 AM – 2 PM), and a free guided tour (2 PM) on the first Saturday of every month as part of Access for All, made possible by the generous support of the Art Bridges Foundation.

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• FREE SUNDAYS · Two Mississippi Museums

  • Start
    2 Aug 2026
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  • End
    2 Jul 2028
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  • Schedule
    101 sessions
  • Location
    Two Mississippi Museums

  FREE SUNDAYS

  Admission to the Museum of Mississippi History, Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, and special exhibitions is free every Sunday.

  Closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.

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• Noon Lecture · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    4 Aug 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  (Un)Lighting the Way: The Effects of Light Pollution on Migratory Birds

  With growing urbanization comes an increase in light pollution, caused by outdoor light at night. Light pollution is a global issue that affects the migratory patterns of many bird species. This lecture highlights current research on how birds navigate increasingly brighter nightscapes and what we can do to help them on their journeys.

  Bio: Murry Burgess grew up in the suburbs of MN, FL, TN, and MS with an interest in the wildlife around her. She followed this interest into a B.S. degree in Wildlife, Fisheries, and Aquaculture at Mississippi State University. She went on to graduate school at North Carolina State University to pursue a Ph.D. in Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology. After completing her dissertation, she became a tenure-track Assistant Professor at Mississippi State University.

  ​Her work extends past ornithology and ecology research. She is also an advocate for field safety in the natural sciences as an aspect of accessibility and inclusion. In 2022, she co-founded a nonprofit, Field Inclusive, which amplifies and supports marginalized and historically excluded field biologists. She is also the author of Sparrow Loves Birds and Sparrow Loves Reptiles.

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• Health Fair · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    15 Aug 2026
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    10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  Enjoy FREE health screenings, wellness resources, and more - all in a family-friendly environment surrounded by the beauty of science and nature!

  Check your blood pressure, get wellness tips, and connect with local health providers.

  This Health Fair is hosted by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. at MDWFP's Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.

  
  

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• Paint 'n' Sip · Eudora Welty House & Garden Visitor Center

  • When
    20 Aug 2026
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    5:30 PM
  • Location
    Eudora Welty House & Garden Visitor Center

  Come to the Eudora Welty House & Garden Visitor Center for a step-by-step craft activity to take home with you at the end of the evening. Light refreshments will be provided. 

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• Art + Design Belhaven University Events

  • Start
    22 Aug 2026
  • End
    1 Nov 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Bitsy Irby Visual Art and Dance Center, Bitsy Irby Gallery

  Art + Design: Re:Collect – Permanent Collection Showcase

  Show on display August 22 – September 18

  “Re:Collect” features work from the Belhaven Art + Design Permanent collection. This diverse showing of art celebrates our alumni and our department’s rich history.

  Art + Design: Emerging Artist Exhibition

  Show on display September 26 – October 21

  Closing reception October 21, 10-11am

  The 4th annual Emerging Artist Exhibition is a juried art show featuring the work of emerging local high school artists.

  Art + Design: Robby Piantanida Retrospective

  Gallery Talk October 30, 10am-12PM

  Process Demonstration October 30, 2-4PM Student Center Theater

  Robby Piantanida is an Emmy award winning, multi-disciplined filmmaker and artist. Piantanida will walk participants through his process for conceiving and executing the work in the Bitsy Irby Gallery.

  Opening reception October 31st , 2-4PM

  Show on display October 31st – November 20th

  Join us for an immersive visual and audio experience devised by Emmy winning filmmaker and alum, Robby Piantanida.

  Art + Design: Music Improv

  November 1, 3-5PM

  Experience a live improvised score by Natural States as you view a special selection of episodes of Ambient Film, the Emmy-nominated immersive relaxation show airing on PBS.

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• Belhaven University Women's Soccer Games

  • Start
    22 Aug 2026
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  • End
    24 Oct 2026
  • Schedule
    9 sessions
  • Location
    Belhaven Bowl Stadium

  Aug 22 - WSOC vs Alumni Game Jackson, MS 4:30 PM

  Sep 7 - WSOC vs East Central CC 4:00 PM

  Sep 10 - WSOC vs LeTourneau 5:00 PM

  Sep 17 WSOC vs Tougaloo 6:30 PM

  Sep 19 WSOC vs LaGrange 4:00 PM

  Oct 1 WSOC vs Pensacola State 6:30 PM

  Oct 10 WSOC vs Asbury Senior Day 5:00 PM

  Oct 16 WSOC vs Millsaps 5:00 PM

  Oct 24 WSOC vs Covenant 4:00 PM

  
  

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• Belhaven University Men's Soccer Games

  • Start
    22 Aug 2026
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  • End
    17 Oct 2026
  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    Belhaven Bowl Stadium

  Aug 22 - MSOC vs Mobile Jackson, MS 7:00 PM

  Aug 26 - MSOC vs Copiah-Lincoln CC Jackson, MS 3:30 PM

  Aug 29 - MSOC vs Mississippi Christian Jackson, MS 7:00 PM

  Sep 10 - MSOC vs LeTourneau 7:00 PM

  Sep 12 - MSOC vs East Texas Baptist 12:00 PM

  Sep 16 - MSOC vs Tougaloo 7:00 PM

  Sep 26 - MSOC vs LaGrange 2:00 PM

  Sep 29 - MSOC vs Millsaps Riverside Derby 6:30 PM

  Oct 6 - MSOC vs Millsaps 6:30 PM

  Oct 10 - MSOC vs Asbury Senior Day 7:30 PM

  Oct 13 - MSOC vs MUW 6:30 PM

  Oct 17 - MSOC vs Piedmont 2:00 PM

  
  

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• Noon Lecture · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    1 Sep 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  Ecology and Origins of the Gecko Adhesive System

  Gecko adhesive toe pads are an exciting example of biological nanotechnology.

  Using a combination of live and museum specimens, lab and field data, and high-resolution imaging techniques, we will investigate patterns of trait development, biomechanics, and ecological morphology.

  Bio: Travis J. Hagey

  Dr. Hagey is an Associate Professor of Biology at Mississippi University for Women (since 2018). He completed my undergraduate biology degree at Western Washington University, PhD in Evolutionary Biology at University of Idaho, and a postdoc at Michigan State University in Science Communication.

  
  

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• Belhaven University Volleyball Games

  • Start
    1 Sep 2026
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  • End
    31 Oct 2026
  • Schedule
    10 sessions
  • Location
    Rugg Arena

  Sep 1 - VB vs Millsaps 7:00 PM

  Sep 11 - VB vs MUW 3:00 PM

  Sep 11 VB vs Oglethorpe 7:00 PM

  Sep 12 - VB vs LeTourneau 12:00 PM

  Sep 22 VB vs Huntingdon 6:30 PM

  Oct 2 VB vs Agnes Scott 5:30 PM

  Oct 3 VB vs Piedmont 12:00 PM

  Oct 6 VB vs LaGrange 6:00 PM

  Oct 24 VB vs Asbury 10:00 AM

  Oct 31 VB vs Covenant 11:00 AM

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• Craft Workshop for Kids: Building a Fairy House · Eudora Welty House & Garden Visitor Center

  • When
    3 Sep 2026
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    3:00 PM
  • Location
    EWHG Visitor Center/Welty Garage

  To support the Greater Belhaven Neighborhood Foundation’s “Belhaven Fairy House Hunt” on September 18-19 the Eudora Welty House & Garden will host an in-person workshop for children and their parents to begin building their own fairy houses for the hunt, led by EWHG special projects coordinator, Anna Traylor. This program will receive promotional support from GBNF, but EWHG will provide the workshop supplies. Space is limited and registration is required.

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• Riverside Rumble: Belhaven vs. Millsaps · Millsaps College

  • When
    3 Sep 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Harper Davis Field (on the Millsaps College campus)

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• Belhaven University Football Games · Belhaven Bowl Stadium

  • Start
    12 Sep 2026
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  • End
    7 Nov 2026
  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Belhaven Bowl Stadium

  Sep 12 - FB vs East Texas Baptist 6:00 PM

  Sep 19 - FB vs Central 11:00 AM

  Oct 10 - FB vs North Carolina Wesleyan 12:00 PM

  Oct 24 - FB vs Southern Virginia 12:00 PM

  Nov 7 - FB vs LaGrange 12:00 PM

  
  

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• Welty at Home Virtual Book Club

  • Start
    14 Sep 2026
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  • End
    23 Nov 2026
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  • Schedule
    9 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual via Zoom

  The Eudora Welty House & Garden hosts an online book discussion. Discussions facilitated by Dr. Suzanne Marrs or a guest scholar. On Monday, September 14 at Noon CST Welty at Home will host a bonus discussion to promote a Mississippi Book Festival Author and preview the upcoming series on The Golden Apples. Then, starting Monday, September 28 at Noon CST we will spend several weeks reading and discussing The Golden Apples by Eudora Welty. We will read and discuss one of Welty’s short stories per week, and conclude our discussion on Monday, November 23. There will be a brief fall break on Monday, October 26 while Suzanne is travelling.

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• MS STEAMPOSIUM · Jackson Convention Center

  • When
    16 Sep 2026
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    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Jackson Convention Center

  Mississippi Steamposium

  Connection Steam Leaders Across Mississippi

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• Belhaven Fairy House Hunt Kickoff – Storytime & Movie · Belhaven Park and Belhaven Town Center

  • When
    17 Sep 2026
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    3:00 PM
  • Location
    Belhaven Park and Belhaven Town Center

  To kick off the Greater Belhaven Foundation’s “Belhaven Fairy House Hunt” on September 18-19 Eudora Welty House & Garden will lead an in-person storytime and for children and their guardians. After storytime, families are invited to walk from Belhaven Park in search of fairy houses to the Belhaven Town Center for a fairy-themed film sponsored by GBF. This celebration event is free and open to all.

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• MS Science Fest Saturday · LeFleur Museum District

  • When
    19 Sep 2026
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    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    LeFleur Museum District

  The main event day for the Mississippi Science Fest full of all things STEAM from Mississippi based exibitors to STEAM-tastic presentations! Celebrate the 11th year STEAM-filled fun at our main location, the LeFleur Museum Disctrict, in Jackson, MS or at any of the satellite location across the state.

  Follow this link to purchase $10 tickets for entrance to all four museums.

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• Animal Super Powers Exhibit · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • Start
    26 Sep 2026
  • End
    2 May 2027
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  September 26, 2026 - May 2, 2027

  LEGO® ART AND SCIENCE

  Shapeshifting, Super-Strength, Defying Gravity, and Regenerating Limbs - The Animal Kingdom is Teaming with Real-Life Super Powers!

  Combined with Sean Kenney’s own astounding ability to create striking and expressive works of art using simple LEGO® toys, the enormous, ambitious, and magical sculptures are certain to encourage visitors of all ages to view their world in new ways.

  
  

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• MS Book Festival · MS State Capitol

  • When
    26 Sep 2026
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    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    MS State Capitol, 400 High St, Jackson, MS 39201

  MS Book Festival

  A Literary Lawn Party Celebrating Books & Authors

  Join thousands of book lovers at Mississippi's premier literary celebration on the historic State Capitol grounds in Jackson. This beloved annual festival transforms the Capitol into a book lover's playground, featuring hundreds of contemporary authors from across the nation, region, and local communities.

  What to Expect:

  In-depth panel discussions with renowned authors exploring diverse themes

  Authors Alley showcasing self-published writers

  Book signings and meet-and-greets with your favorite authors

  Local booksellers offering festival favorites and hidden gems

  Guided Capitol building tours

  Food trucks serving delicious festival fare

  Interactive family activities in the dedicated kids' tent

  The festival welcomes readers of all ages, with special programming designed to ignite young imaginations and foster lifelong literary passion. Children can participate in storytelling sessions, creative activities, and meet authors who write specifically for young audiences.

  Set against the backdrop of Mississippi's beautiful State Capitol and surrounding historic streets, this free community event celebrates the power of books to connect, inspire, and transform lives. Whether you're a devoted bibliophile or casual reader, the Mississippi Book Festival offers something special for everyone.

  Admission: FREE
  

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• Autumn Yoga in the Welty Garden · Welty House Front Lawn

  • Start
    29 Sep 2026
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  • End
    27 Oct 2026
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Welty House Front Lawn

  A certified yoga instructor will lead free, gentle community yoga classes for all ages on the Welty lawn Tuesday evenings in Autumn beginning September 29 and continuing through October.

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• Our Belhaven Neighborhood Community Meeting · First Presbyterian Church

  • When
    29 Sep 2026
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    5:30 PM
  • Location
    First Presbyterian Church, Miller Hall

  
  

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• Ghosts in the Garden & Ghosts in the Garden Storytime · EWHG Visitor Center and Welty Garden

  • Start
    1 Oct 2026
  • End
    22 Oct 2026
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    EWHG Visitor Center and Welty Garden

  Explore how gardening is not so scary through a passive scavenger hunt of friendly ghosts and garden facts starting October 1 and available all month long, culminating in an interactive Storytime in the afternoon on October 22nd. Perfect for families and kids of all ages.

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• Project Dance Festival

  • When
    3 Oct 2026
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    10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    LeFleur's Bluff Complex at "The Den" Museum Drive at Riverside Park Circle Jackson, Mississippi 39216

  An all-day open air dance concert that is free to the public featuring local and national dance artistry in ballet, jazz, modern dance, hip hop and tap. Dancers gather with a common vision: to bring hope and healing through the universal language of dance.

  
  

  
  

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• Noon Lecture · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    6 Oct 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  "Isn't there a Book? Someone Ought to Write a Book! The Trials and Tribulations of Writing a Book About Mississippi Snakes."

  The process of producing the book, "MISSISSIPPI SNAKES: Their Identification, Natural History, and Influence on the Culture of the Magnolia State"

  Bio. Terry Vandeventer

  In 1976, Terry left his position at Southern Illinois University to join the Jackson Zoological Park in Jackson, Mississippi. As curator of the reptile collection, he modernized care protocols, introduced naturalistic enclosure designs, and launched several successful husbandry and breeding programs for rare species.

  After five years at the zoo, Terry founded The Living Reptile Museum Educational Productions, which has since become the longest continuously running live lecture series of its kind in the United States. He has also served as a herpetology field associate with the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science for more than forty years.

  Widely known throughout Mississippi as both a public speaker and the author of numerous popular and scientific articles on snakes, Terry is one of the state’s most recognized wildlife personalities. In 2006, the Mississippi Wildlife Federation honored him as Conservation Educator of the Year for his decades of work educating the public about native snakes.

  Terry and his wife, Ginger, live on their snake-friendly property just outside (appropriately enough!) the small town of Terry, Mississippi.

  
  

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• MS State Fair · MS State Fairgrounds

  • Start
    8 Oct 2026
  • End
    18 Oct 2026
  • Location
    MS State Fairgrounds

  Mississippi State Fair

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• Belhaven Hills Classic 8k, 16k, + Fun Run

  • When
    10 Oct 2026
  • Location
    Fertile Ground

  The Jackson Trail Club, Greater Belhaven Foundation, and the Belhaven Mountain Bike Trails are excited to announce the 4th annual Belhaven Hills Classic! This event consists of a 16k Road & Trail Race, an 8k run, a 1 mile “Bier Run”, and a 1 mile “Kids Fun Run”. The race includes the Belhaven Neighborhood, Museum Trail, Lefleur’s Bluff Trails, and Belhaven Mountain Bike Trails! The race will begin at Fertile Ground and will be full of fun activities, music, and friendly competition. This event will be held on October 10, 2026, the same day as Oktoberfest at Fertile Ground, and is meant to kick-off the day of festivities. It is our hope that this race will bring out the best of Belhaven and highlight her parks and trails to include the beautiful Museum Trail, as well as the Belhaven Town Center & Fertile Ground Brewery. The funds raised from this event will benefit Greater Belhaven Foundation’s Parks & Trails, which includes the Museum Trail, Belhaven Trials, Belhaven Heights Park, Belhaven Park, and Laurel Park. This event was designed to promote health and community in our great city and neighborhood. Greater Belhaven Foundation is a 501c3 non profit and W9s can be provided for charity tax purposes. The race logistics will be coordinated by MS Race Timing.

  INCLEMENT WEATHER PLAN

  If there is inclement weather the day of the race, the race will still plan to be run. In the case of events which could potentially put runners at risk (such as lightning, hail, etc), the race will be postponed by 30 minutes at a time until a proper reassessment is made. The race will not be canceled unless dire circumstances are met which include tornados or other large scale meteorological events. Tents will be available to assist with sheltering runners and non-runners and the Belhaven Town Center and Fertile Ground Patios may also be utilized. In the event of severe inclement weather, the building located at 800 Manship St. may be used for shelter in place. Refunds will not be given.

  
  

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• Belhaven Homecoming and Family Weekend

  • Start
    23 Oct 2026
  • End
    25 Oct 2026
  • Location
    Belhaven University Campus

  Homecoming and Family Weekend

  Friday, October 23, 2026

  Discover Day

  8:30 am, Dr. Billy Kim International Center

  This is for high school juniors and seniors

  Discover Day is an engaging and informative event that gives you a firsthand glimpse into life at Belhaven University. It’s your chance to hear from our president, talk with current students, look inside classrooms and residence halls, learn about financial aid and more.

  Alumni Awards Banquet

  5:30 PM, Dr. Billy Kim International Center

  This will be a great time of fellowship and celebration as we honor this year's distinguished Alumni Award recipients and honor the newest inductees into the BU Sports Hall of Fame. Dinner will be served. Due to limited seating, tickets are available for advance purchase only. Ticket cost: $25.

  
  

  Saturday, October 24, 2026

  Alumni Tour of Campus

  9:00 a.m., McCravey-Triplett Student Center, Welcome Desk

  Join the Alumni Office for a guided one-hour walking tour of campus. The tour will begin at 9 AM from the Welcome Desk in the McCravey-Triplett Student Center.

  50 Year Club

  10:00 a.m., Dr. Billy Kim International Center, Room 202

  All alumni (and their spouses) from the Class of 1976 and earlier are invited to attend and reminisce. Brunch will be served. Pre-registration is required to attend. Register here.

  Volleyball: Belhaven vs. Asbury

  10:00 AM | Rugg Arena - Heidelberg Gym

  Free admission.

  Alumni Tailgate

  11:00 AM | Belhaven Bowl, Stadium Operations and Media Center North Patio

  Cheer on the Blazers from the alumni hospitality tent or from the Belhaven Bowl. Admission is free, and a variety of food trucks will be on-site, offering delicious options for purchase.

  Football Game: Belhaven vs. Southern Virginia

  12:00 PM | Belhaven Bowl

  Free admission.

  Women's Soccer: Belhaven vs. Covenant

  4:00 PM | Belhaven Bowl

  Free admission.

  1981 Class Reunion

  5:30 PM | Dr. Billy Kim International Center - Room 200

  Join us for an evening of dinner, fellowship, and reconnecting with old friends!

  Advance registration and ticket required: $20. Please register and purchase tickets here.

  5:30 PM - Hors d'oeuvres

  6:30 PM - Dinner

  Graduates from the Class of 1981 and surrounding classes are invited to attend. We look forward to sharing memories and enjoying a great evening together!

  
  

  Sunday, October 25, 2026

  Homecoming & Family Weekend Worship

  8:30 AM or 11:00 AM

  First Presbyterian Church, 1390 N. State Street, Jackson, MS 39202

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• Park After Dark · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    23 Oct 2026
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    5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    2145 Museum Boulevard Jackson, MS 39202

  Join us on October 23 from 5:30pm-8:30pm for Park After Dark! On this spooky night, MCM partners with MDWFP’s Museum of Natural Science to host this fun and family-friendly event. Enjoy BOTH award-winning museums for only $12! Create creepy-crawly arts and crafts, hunt for tricks and treats, and explore LeFleur’s Bluff Playground after hours. Visitors can travel safely between both museums using Spotter’s Adventure Trail and wrap up the evening with a costume parade and special entertainment at The Den.

  • Tickets are $15 for both Members and Non-Members
  • Tickets Available at the Door.
  • Overflow parking will be available in the northbound lane of Museum Boulevard. Please park and use the sidewalk facing north to walk safely!

  Programs & Activities

  • Carnival Games
  • Halloween Decoration Scavenger Hunt
  • Monster’s Ink: Temporary Tattoos
  • Photo Op
  • Shrinkydink Monsters
  • Costume Parade (down Spotter’s Trail)
  • Glowing Zombie Dance Party (at the Den)

  TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR OF BOTH MUSEUMS!

  NOTE: Guests must purchase Park After Dark event ticket for entry. MCM General Admission tickets are not valid for special events.

  
  

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• Sinners Film Screening · Eudora Welty House & Garden Front Lawn

  • When
    30 Oct 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • Location
    EWHG Front Lawn

  The Mississippi Film Society will host a Halloween film screening of Sinners on the Welty front lawn.
  

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• Dance Concerts · Belhaven University

  • Start
    5 Nov 2026
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  • End
    14 Nov 2026
  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center Studio Theatre

  Fall Dance Concert

  November 5-7, 2026

  Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 7:00 PM

  A showcase of choreography by dance faculty and guest artists, presented by the Belhaven University Dance Department and members of DOXA. Styles include classical and contemporary ballet and modern dance. General Admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for Belhaven Faculty/Staff/Students and immediate families. Doors open at 6:30PM. To reserve tickets, please email dancetickets@belhaven.edu.

  
  

  Emerging Choreographers Dance Concert

  November 13 (Concert A), Friday, 7:00 PM

  November 14 (Concert B), Saturday, 7:00 PM

  This event is produced by members of DOXA and highlights student choreography and performance. General Admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for Belhaven Faculty/Staff/Students and immediate families. Doors open at 6:30PM. To reserve tickets, please email dancetickets@belhaven.edu.

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• Once Upon a Mattress · Belhaven University Theatre

  • Start
    5 Nov 2026
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  • End
    14 Nov 2026
  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    Blackbox Theatre, 835 Riverside Dr, Jackson, MS 39202

  Once Upon a Mattress

  Music by Mary Rodgers, Lyrics by Marshall Barer, Book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer

  Directed by Elissa Sartwell, Musical Direction by Chrissy Hrivnak, Choreography by Elle Ciccarone

  November 5-7 and 12-14; Thursday–Saturday at 7PM

  November 7 and 14; Saturday matinee at 2PM

  A timid prince with an overbearing mom. A visiting princess who is perfectly herself. And one tiny pea that changes everything. Once Upon a Mattress brings “The Princess and the Pea” to life with big laughs, bold characters, and a heroine unlike any other. Loud, fearless, and gloriously unrefined, Princess Winnifred barrels into a mid-century medieval kingdom and turns it upside down.

  The box office opens one week before opening night. For ticket reservations: email boxoffice@belhaven.edu or call 601-974-6478.

  Tickets: $10 for adults / $5 for seniors, children, students, and BU Alumni.

  Complimentary for Belhaven students, faculty, and staff.

  Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance time.

  Presented by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

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• Write-In Space · EWHG Visitor Center and Welty Garden

  • Start
    7 Nov 2026
  • End
    21 Nov 2026
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    EWHG Visitor Center and Welty Garden

  Participate in communal writing salons and find inspiration at the Welty Site, which will be open as a write in space during our operating hours on Saturdays throughout the month. On the final Saturday before Thanksgiving, November 21 at TIME, we will host a special finale to the program featuring a speaker to talk to guide those pursuing publishing. Light refreshments provided.
  

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• Music Concerts · Belhaven University

  • Start
    9 Nov 2026
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  • End
    19 Nov 2026
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Belhaven University Center for the Arts Concert Hall, 835 Riverside Dr, Jackson, MS 39202

  Music: Philokalia - A Belhaven University Choir Concert

  November 9, 2026; 7:00 p.m.

  Philokalia, meaning “love of the beautiful,” explores the relationship between beauty, truth, and the sacred through choral works drawn from Christian traditions across time. These selections express awe, longing, wonder, and praise, bearing witness to the beauty of God revealed in creation, worship, and the life of the Church.

  As one sacred hymn proclaims, “All things speak unwittingly of Thee.” In a world often marked by noise and distraction, Philokalia offers a moment of contemplation, inviting us to listen for beauty not merely as an aesthetic experience, but as a call that draws the heart more deeply toward Christ.Free admission. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

  
  

  Music: Belhaven University Symphony Orchestra Concert

  November 13, 2026; 7:00 p.m.

  Join the Belhaven University Symphony Orchestra for an evening of extraordinary orchestral music featuring some of the most celebrated works in the symphonic repertoire. The orchestra will perform Ludwig van Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67, one of the most recognizable and beloved symphonies of all time, along with his powerful and dramatic Egmont Overture. This inspiring program promises an unforgettable experience of musical artistry and timeless masterworks. Free admission. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

  
  

  Music: Best of Belhaven Concert

  November 19, 2026; 7:00 p.m.

  Celebrate the talent, creativity, and dedication of Belhaven University’s music students at the Best of Belhaven Concert. This annual showcase features outstanding soloists, chamber groups, and ensembles selected by the faculty for their exceptional performances throughout the semester. From classical masterworks to contemporary works, the program highlights the wide range and depth of Belhaven’s vibrant music community. Join us for an evening of excellence and inspiration as we applaud the very best our students have to offer. Free admission. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

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• Photography Talk with Melody Golding · Welty Garden

  • When
    12 Nov 2026
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    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Welty Garden

  Photographer Melody Golding will give a talk to guests while her photography is on display in juxtaposition with the Eudora Welty House & Garden temporary exhibit, Other Places.

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• National Folk Festival · Downtown Jackson

  • Start
    13 Nov 2026
  • End
    15 Nov 2026
  • Location
    Downtown Jackson, MS 39201

  The National Folk Festival brings the rich artistic traditions of the United States to life through music, dance, storytelling, crafts, food, and more.

  This free, three-day celebration features 300+ of the country’s finest tradition bearers across seven stages of nonstop performances, hands-on craft demonstrations showcasing Mississippi folklife, parades, family-friendly fun, a bustling festival marketplace, and a mouthwatering array of regional and international cuisine.

  Jackson, Mississippi is honored to host the National Folk Festival in 2026 and 2027. Don’t miss this unforgettable cultural experience.

  A Smithsonian “Festival of Festivals” and a part of the American and Mississippi 250th celebration.

  Admission: FREE

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• GBF Annual Meeting · Fairview Inn

  • When
    16 Nov 2026
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    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Fairview Inn

  
  

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• Camellia Talk & Tour · Welty Camellia Room

  • When
    19 Nov 2026
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    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Welty Camellia Room

  Paige Mizell of Mizell Camellia Hill Nursery will lead an educational camellia talk and tour, and a selection of plants will be available for sale after the talk. Light refreshments will be offered for attendees.
  

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• Let's Talk Turkey · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    24 Nov 2026
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  Bring your little turkeys for a morning of fun!

  Come strut through the Museum for a terrific turkey time.

  Learn turkey science and how to “talk turkey”

  Play turkey games

  Enjoy a craft, and

  Meet live turkeys!

  This event is included with museum admission or MMNS Foundation membership.

  
  

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• S.T.E.M. with Snowflakes · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    4 Dec 2026
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  Experiment with instant snow, make your own paper snowflakes, explore the fascinating properties of dry ice, and hear the wonderful story of "Snowflake Bentley" - the naturalist and photographer who first successfully captured snowflakes on film.

  This event is included with museum admission or MMNS Foundation membership.

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• Belhaven University Singing Christmas Tree

  • Start
    4 Dec 2026
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  • End
    5 Dec 2026
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Belhaven Bowl Stadium

  A beloved Jackson tradition returns! Join us for the Belhaven University Singing Christmas Tree, the oldest outdoor singing Christmas tree tradition in America. This joyful event features the voices of Belhaven students, alumni, and community members standing in a beautifully illuminated 35-foot-tall “tree,” sharing the sounds of the season through classic carols and contemporary favorites.

  Gather with family and friends under the stars for an evening filled with music, light, and celebration. Let the harmonies of the tree warm your heart and lift your spirit as we welcome Christmas together in this treasured annual tradition.

  Free admission. Open to the public.

  
  

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• Holiday Open House · Eudora Welty House & Garden Lawn

  • When
    12 Dec 2026
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    12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Eudora Welty House & Garden Lawn

  The Welty Site will be open to vendors and live carol performances with flash tours and other activities.

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• Snow Much Fun · Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  • When
    12 Dec 2026
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    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

  Give your kids the thrill of a snow day—after dark! Step into a winter wonderland like no other, right here in Mississippi. Have a blast in a "snowball fight" inside an inflatable fort, dance in a “snowfall”, explore hands-on winter-themed STEM experiments, watch Santa feed the fish, and discover the Ice Age history of Mississippi.

  This festive evening is packed with fun, learning, and seasonal cheer for the whole family!

  Ticket Information:

  Advance tickets available through noon on December 11. Otherwise, tickets are available at the door.

  
  

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