Tag Archive for: Union County Heritage Museum

NEMiss.News Dr. Shane Scott at IMPC, COVID-19

Dr. Shane Scott: “COVID is not going away.” What you should know.

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  NEW ALBANY, MS - “COVID is not going to go away,” a prominent northeast Mississippi physician told NEMISS.NEWS last week. “I suspect it is going to be one of the illnesses, such as the flu, ordinary head colds and strep, which…
Northeast MS Homeless at Tupelo library

Tupelo man says home overrun by homeless, asks its removal from demolition list

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Tupelo, MS - The first Tupelo City Council meeting of the year, January 7, 2020, was not without drama. Mr. Frank Agnew, an area homeowner, went before the council in an attempt to save his property. The home is currently in a state of disrepair,…
New Albany MS. Christmas at the Museum 2018

2019 Christmas at the Museum, December 14

Mingle and Jingle with Santa, enjoys crafts and holiday refreshments on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 until 12 noon at the Union County Heritage Museum for the annual Christmas event. Part of the holiday season that has become a tradition is…
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Some work complete on industrial park enhancements

Work is partly complete on projects to attract more industry to Union County. A concrete pad for a shell building and a nearby industrial access road have been done. Steel was expected to be going up soon for a 100,000-square-foot shell building…
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Body of missing man Scott McQuary found Tuesday morning

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Members of the Union County Sheriff’s Department found the body of 49-year-old Scott McQuary Tuesday morning in a sand pit off County Road 14. The case was under investigation Tuesday but Sheriff Jimmy Edwards said no foul play was suspected…
New Albany MS Doggie dining in MS

Doggie Dining: Coming to a restaurant near you?

JACKSON, Miss. – Beginning Friday, November 1, 2019, a new Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) policy will allow "doggie dining." Restaurant patrons will be able to dine with their pet dogs under certain conditions. Patterned…
New Albany, MS Gobble gobble, Patterson home open at Thanksgiving

Gobble, Gobble — Wobble, Wobble— Happy Thanksgiving!

“Praise God from whom all blessings flow...” --The Doxology    There is something very special in the air. It’s an air of gratitude, an air filled with the fragrance of hope and Thanksgiving. This year’s bounty has been harvested.…
NEMiss.News John Walrod's Victorian Steampunk Exhibit at Museum

Career & Technology Day, May 13, to include job fair

The New Albany School of Career & Technical Education is planning Career & Technology Day for May 13. This year plans are being made to add a job fair component to the event for New Albany High School juniors and seniors, as well…
NEMiss.News John Walrod's Victorian Steampunk Exhibit at Museum

New Albany in running for music series grant-here’s how to vote

NEW ALBANY, MS - Sponsored by Levitt Pavilions, the national nonprofit behind the largest free concert series in America, the City of New Albany hopes to qualify as one of the 15 winning organizations competing in the Levitt AMP Grant Awards. What…
NEMiss.News John Walrod's Victorian Steampunk Exhibit at Museum

NAMS Howlin’ on the RIver Color Run set for October 31

Walk, jog, and run your way toward a healthier life while raising funds for New Albany Middle School! The color run is open to EVERYONE in the community and we encourage you to join us. The My School Color Run will feature…
NEMiss.news Museum offering Pysanka egg making class

Ukrainian Folk Art Class of Pysanka Egg set at Museum

Union County Heritage Museum is offering a class teaching the art of the Pysanka Egg, a Ukrainian folk art. The class space is limited, so check it out soon.
NEMiss.News B. F. Ford School exhibit open at museum

Much to be learned at the B. F. Ford exhibit at Union County Heritage Museum

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There is much to be learned at the museum's B.F. Ford School exhibit - about the past and what one motivated person can accomplish. The exhibit will be at the museum through late March.
NEMiss.News Black strings band at Lafayette Springs Hotel

African American String Bands & White Blues is topic at Museum

Music scholar Scott Barretta will discuss African American string bands and white blues at February's Museum Moments. A light lunch will be served; the public is invited.
NEMiss.News Unveiling B.F. Ford School historical marker

Descendants of B. F. Ford unveil state historical marker at school named for him

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Descendants of BF Ford unveil marker at BF Ford School in New Albany MS. A museum exhibit on Union Co. African-American schooling prior to desegregation opens Friday, February 11, 2022.

Union County Heritage Museum is offering a Pottery Paint Party

Museum Art House will host a Pottery Paint Party on Saturday, February 12, 2022. Check post for class details and registration information.
NEMiss.News JAZZ Junction Union Co. Heritage Museum

Union County Heritage Museum: Jazz Junction event set/ UPDATED 1-31-2022

The Union County Heritage Museum will have a night of Jazz and other fun on Saturday, February 12, 2022. Check here for ticket information.
NEMiss.News UCTS tudents at Baker home

Museum seeking photos and objects for upcoming B.F. Ford School Exhibit

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The Union County Heritage Museum is seeking photos and other artifacts about the B.F. Ford School for an upcoming exhibit. Loaned items will be kept safe and returned when the exhibit ends at the end of March.
NEMiss.News Steampunk canvas art workshop

Museum workshop set for Steampunk Storytelling Jan 18

A museum workshop will teach steampunk storytelling on January 18. Come create your own personal story art.
NEMiss.News Christmas at the Museum 2021

Christmas at the Museum: Lots of family activities December 11

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The Union County Heritage Museum will host its popular Christmas at the Museum activities, including Santa's visit, December 11. It is free, and never fails to please.
NEMiss.News Writer's Inn, on Faulkner's birthplace site

New Inn on the Faulkner birth site opens for Christmas tour Sunday,  Dec. 12

The public is invited to tour the new 'Writer's Inn,' located on the site where William Faulkner was born. The site was purchased and renovated by the Union County Historical Society.

Virtual Reality Coming To Museum Saturday, Dec. 4

Tired of the 'same-old same old'?The Union County Heritage Museum will offer the opportunity to experience Virtual Reality, especially targeting 3rd through 6th graders.
NEMiss.News John Walrod's Victorian Steampunk Exhibit at Museum

Walrod’s Victorian Steampunk exhibit brings retro-futuristic art to New Albany

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Mississippi artist John Walrod's retro-futuristic Victorian Steampunk Exhibit opens at the Union County Heritage Museum on December 3, 2021. This is an exhibit and sale of the award-winning artist's 3-D assemblage sculptures.