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Mississippi - The Magnolia State
Sunset along the Mississippi River
Mississippi
Located in the Deep South, Mississippi is a state known for its rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and deep historical roots. Bordered by the Mississippi River to the west, the state played a key role in American history—from Native American civilizations and the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement. Mississippi is also widely recognized as the birthplace of blues music, with legendary musicians like B.B. King and Muddy Waters tracing their roots to the state.
The economy of Mississippi is supported by agriculture, manufacturing, and energy production, with cotton remaining an iconic crop. Visitors can explore everything from antebellum homes and Civil War battlefields to vibrant music festivals and Gulf Coast beaches. Whether you're interested in history, music, or Southern hospitality, Mississippi offers a unique and memorable experience that reflects the enduring spirit of the American South.
Fast Facts and Interesting Facts
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Interesting Facts
Statehood
December 10, 1817 (20th state)
Mississippi is the birthplace of blues music and home to the famous Blues Trail.
The Mississippi River, one of the longest rivers in the world, forms the state's western border.
The first human lung and heart transplants were performed at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
Mississippi was the site of many key events in the Civil Rights Movement, including the Freedom Summer of 1964.
Elvis Presley, the "King of Rock and Roll," was born in Tupelo, Mississippi.
The Vicksburg National Military Park preserves a major Civil War battlefield and siege site.
Mississippi has one of the highest percentages of African American residents in the U.S.
The state is known for catfish farming and is a national leader in production.
Mississippi has a rich literary tradition, with authors like William Faulkner and Eudora Welty hailing from the state.
The state hosts the annual Natchez Pilgrimage, a celebration of antebellum architecture and history.
This section features numerous interactive and printable Mississippi maps. Students can even use our Maptivation program to make their own Mississippi map.
Mississippi has a deep and complex history, from its early Native American cultures to its role in slavery, the Civil War, and the Civil Rights Movement. It has been a place of both great hardship and powerful change in the story of America.
Mississippi is home to many influential figures who have made their mark in history, sports, music, politics, and more. From civil rights leaders to legendary athletes and entertainers, these individuals have helped shape both the state and the nation.
This section contains nearly literacy and comprehension exercises including passages and question sets, cloze reading exercises, text elements and text structure activities and more. These are generally suitable for kids in grades 4-8.
This section includes Mississippi coloring activities and printables such a state symbols coloring, state flag outline, Welcome to Mississippi sign coloring, and much more.
This section provides some really exciting online games such as Mississippi, or Not Mississippi, Collage America, Ameriquake, Conquer the States, Draw America, and several more.
