HEAR THE STORIES OF THE PAST
The stories of Starkville and Oktibbeha County can be found in the rich tapestries woven at each of our local museums, the Starkville Civil Rights Project, and the beauty of the architecture in our historic buildings and districts.
As you experience the heritage tourism opportunities in our town, we hope you will be immersed in the history of blues music, civil rights, antebellum homes and the stories of those who built our community.
Historic Districts
Stroll through the streets of some of Starkville’s historic districts and Mississippi State University to view the different architectural styles and buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.
Historic Churches
Churches built in Starkville’s early days include fine examples of several architectural styles. Episcopal Church of the Resurrection -105 North Montgomery StreetFirst Baptist Church – 106 East Lampkin StreetFirst Presbyterian Church – 307 University DriveFirst United Methodist Church – 200 West Lampkin Street First…
Historic Buildings
Hotel Chester Constructed in 1925, the Hotel Chester is located at Main and Jackson streets in the Old Main District of downtown Starkville. Since its construction, the building has had a succession of different owners and uses. After undergoing extensive renovations in…
Blues Music Trail
Home to several blues artists, Oktibbeha County and Starkville are part of the Mississippi Blues Trail which highlights the contributions of artists who lived in the area. Big Joe Williams Born in 1903 near the Noxubee Swamp at the southern…
Museums & Exhibits
With the nation’s largest, privately held material on Abraham Lincoln, the Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library, the John Grisham Room, the Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum, and nine other museums housing items from insects to historic costumes and textiles, you will…
Civil Rights Movement
The stories of the Civil Rights Movement in Starkville, Mississippi, and The South have been chronicled through video interviews in a digital oral and public history project at Mississippi State University. Unity Park in Downtown Starkville honors the contributions of…
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John Halaka: Memories of Memories
The MSU Department of Art, Shackouls Honors College, the International Institute, and the Department of Anthropology and Middle Eastern Cultures collaborate to host an exhibition of work by artist and...
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2 events,
Starkville Stride Competition
Grab a team, lace up, and see how many steps you can complete in this 7-week challenge! Prizes awarded throughout, and then a grand prize awarded at the very end!
5 events,
Starkville Stride Virtual Programming-Sidewalks in Starkville
Starkville Stride Virtual Programming-Sidewalks in Starkville
Check out all of the sidewalks you can utilize as you complete your steps for the Starkville Stride Challenge!
Sean StarWars
Sean StarWars
Opening on January 26, 2023 in the Visual Arts Center Gallery, Sean Star Wars: American Dream / Mississippi Nightmare is an exhibition of bold, multi colored prints by Mississippi printmaker...
7 events,
Business at Breakfast at BankFirst
Business at Breakfast at BankFirst
Early riser?? Come and network with us at Business at Breakfast at BankFirst at 7:30! All partnership members are welcome.
5 events,
Mississippi State University Symphony Orchestra: Choral Concert
Mississippi State University Symphony Orchestra: Choral Concert
Mississippi State University Symphony Orchestra: Choral Concert
Expressions of Sound
Expressions of Sound
EXPRESSIONS OF SOUND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, MSU CANTARE’, COMMUNITY CHORUS, STARKVILLE HIGH SCHOOL CHAMBER CHOIR First Baptist Church Downtown Starkville 7:30 p.m. Guest Conductor: Dr. Philip Stockton Join us for familiar...
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2 events,
Friends of Starkville Library Book Sale
Friends of Starkville Library Book Sale
Friends of the Starkville Library hosts a monthly book sale the first Monday of the month at the Starkville Public Library from noon until 6 p.m. If the sale falls...
6 events,
Sean StarWars
Sean StarWars
Opening on January 26, 2023 in the Visual Arts Center Gallery, Sean Star Wars: American Dream / Mississippi Nightmare is an exhibition of bold, multi colored prints by Mississippi printmaker...
Welcome to Kindergarten Open House
Welcome to Kindergarten Open House
Mark your calendars! Starkville Oktibbeha School District is excited to host our Welcome to Kindergarten Open Houses at Sudduth and West Elementary Schools! Join us to meet our teachers, visit...
Introduction to Square Dance
Introduction to Square Dance
We have a wonderful club that’s been alive for over 40 years! You don’t need any skill or even rhythm to square dance just a willingness to have fun and...
2 events,
7 events,
Spring Wilderness Workshop
Bushcraft, survival, and primitive skills course. Participants will have an opportunity to step in to nature and learn valuable life skills. The course is open to the whole family. Register...
Welcome to Kindergarten Open House
Welcome to Kindergarten Open House
Mark your calendars! Starkville Oktibbeha School District is excited to host our Welcome to Kindergarten Open Houses at Sudduth and West Elementary Schools! Join us to meet our teachers, visit...
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Starkville Stride- Wellness Connection Workout with Elaine Schimpf
Starkville Stride- Wellness Connection Workout with Elaine Schimpf
How do you get those steps in if you work a desk job? Get some tricks and tips from OCH Wellness Connection instructor Elaine Schimpf.
Starkville Stride- Wellness Connection Workout with Elaine Schimpf
Starkville Stride- Wellness Connection Workout with Elaine Schimpf
Get those steps in with Elaine Schimpf!!
Introduction to Square Dance
Introduction to Square Dance
We have a wonderful club that’s been alive for over 40 years! You don’t need any skill or even rhythm to square dance just a willingness to have fun and...
Golden Triangle Civil War Roundtable Meeting
Golden Triangle Civil War Roundtable Meeting
Tuesday, March 14 Meet and Greet begins at 6:30 p.m. Guest speaker is Graham Osborne, a lifelong Civil War enthusiast and current president of Brice's Crossroads Foundations.
4 events,
Starkville Stride – Weekly Door Prize Drawing
Starkville Stride – Weekly Door Prize Drawing
Watch us on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/starkvillepartnership
3 events,
Starkville Stride – Getting Your Steps in Using Parks & Rec – J.L. Kin Park
Starkville Stride – Getting Your Steps in Using Parks & Rec – J.L. Kin Park
Watch it on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/starkvillepartnership
4 events,
Sean StarWars
Sean StarWars
Opening on January 26, 2023 in the Visual Arts Center Gallery, Sean Star Wars: American Dream / Mississippi Nightmare is an exhibition of bold, multi colored prints by Mississippi printmaker...
3 events,
4 events,
2 events,
6 events,
Scott Kirby: Main Street Souvenirs
Scott Kirby: Main Street Souvenirs
As part of the Charles H. Templeton, Sr. Ragtime and Jazz Festival Scott Kirby has been commissioned to recreate his Main Street Souvenirs program for Starkville/MSU. Scott captures local stories,...
Scott Kirby: Main Street Souvenirs
Scott Kirby: Main Street Souvenirs
Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum presents the Community Event Series! Hear local stories Kirby captured for his program Main Street Souvenirs. See his original artwork and learn about his artistic process....
Introduction to Square Dance
Introduction to Square Dance
We have a wonderful club that’s been alive for over 40 years! You don’t need any skill or even rhythm to square dance just a willingness to have fun and...
4 events,
Starkville Stride – Weekly Door Prize Drawing
Starkville Stride – Weekly Door Prize Drawing
Watch us on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/starkvillepartnership
Sean StarWars
Sean StarWars
Opening on January 26, 2023 in the Visual Arts Center Gallery, Sean Star Wars: American Dream / Mississippi Nightmare is an exhibition of bold, multi colored prints by Mississippi printmaker...
6 events,
Charles H. Templeton Ragtime and Jazz Festival
The 2023 Charles H. Templeton Ragtime and Jazz Festival will Open Thursday, March 23 with the Gatsby Gala, and run March 24 and 25, 2023. There will also be an...
The Charles Templeton Ragtime Jazz Festival and Gatsby Gala
The sounds of big band and swing from the Benny Goodman era, the Boogie and Rockabilly music in the style of Jerry Lee Lewis, and – as always – traditional...
Help Others Taste the Rainbow: Food Pantry Edition
Help Others Taste the Rainbow: Food Pantry Edition
Hosted by Yolanda Pruit and Team at MSU. View it on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/starkvillepartnership
8 events,
Spring Open House
Join us downtown and around town in Mississippi's College Town for Spring Open House.
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Music Party in the Park
Music Party in the Park
Join Fostering Faith for Music Party in the Park on Saturday, March 25th at McKee Park
College of Veterinary Medicine Open House
College of Veterinary Medicine Open House
The College of Veterinary Medicine will host its 36th annual Open House The Amazing Race: Vet Med Edition, on March 24 -25 at the Wise Center. The College anticipates more...
4 events,
3 events,
Sean StarWars
Sean StarWars
Opening on January 26, 2023 in the Visual Arts Center Gallery, Sean Star Wars: American Dream / Mississippi Nightmare is an exhibition of bold, multi colored prints by Mississippi printmaker...
4 events,
Introduction to Square Dance
Introduction to Square Dance
We have a wonderful club that’s been alive for over 40 years! You don’t need any skill or even rhythm to square dance just a willingness to have fun and...
4 events,
Savings on Utilities Lunch and Learn
Savings on Utilities Lunch and Learn
Starkville Utilities will provide an overview on best practices for energy usage at your business.
Starkville Stride – Weekly Door Prize Drawing
Starkville Stride – Weekly Door Prize Drawing
Watch us on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/starkvillepartnership
5 events,
Facebook Live at Pita Pit
Facebook Live at Pita Pit
Join us on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/starkvillepartnership
6 events,
5 events,
International Fiesta 2023
International Fiesta 2023
The annual International Fiesta is a day of cultural exchange and entertainment. Student organizations, campus departments and other groups on campus and in Starkville will have booths to showcase their...
Sean StarWars
Sean StarWars
Opening on January 26, 2023 in the Visual Arts Center Gallery, Sean Star Wars: American Dream / Mississippi Nightmare is an exhibition of bold, multi colored prints by Mississippi printmaker...
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