An extensive library with records dating back to the 1840s is maintained by the Genealogical Society of DeSoto County.
3260 Hwy 51 South
Hernando, MS 38632
Phone: 662.429.1310
www.msgw.org/desoto
Hours: Mon-Wed 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Admission: Free

The Historic DeSoto Museum tracks its history of DeSoto County from the early European explorers through today. Exhibits cover subject ranging from the Civil War, African-American history, a renovated cabin and local music legend Jerry Lee Lewis.
111 E. Commerce
Hernando, MS 38632
Phone: 662.429.8852
Fax: 662.429.8852
www.desotomuseum.org
Hours: Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Free, donations accepted

Adjacent to the DeSoto Civic Center, the theater has family productions throughout the year. Shows like High School Musical 2, Wizard of Oz, and South Pacific are just a few, as well as a summer camp program and holiday productions.
4560 Venture Dr.
Southaven, MS 38671
Phone: 662.280.9120
Fax: 662.280.5927
Toll-Free: 1.888.280.9120
www.dftonline.org
Admission: Yes

Dilworth's Tamales, one of the defining businesses in the Black community, opened its current location in 1962. While tourists are always welcome to choose between mild or spicy tamales, it is also a favorite of local lovers of the concoction of beef and secret spices. Dilworth's has been featured in Southern Living magazine.
111 Taylor St.
Corinth, MS 38834
Phone: 662.665.0833
Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun 2-7 p.m.
Admission: Free

Rocks, fossils and other geological pieces including triceratops skull and sabertooth tiger head.
MSU Campus, Hiblun Hall
Starkville, MS 39759
Phone: 662.325.3915
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Guided tours by appointment
Admission: Free

Edmondson Cemetery was founded 1844, and rests on a tree shaded hilltop. Graves include those of early settlers in this area, including Indian traders, politicians and Civil War veterans.
782 Stateline Rd. (Main St.) Just west of I-55
Southaven, MS
Phone: 662-393-8770
Fax: 662.342.6365
www.sodesoto.com
Hours: Daily from dawn to dusk
Admission: Free

The battle of Ellis Bridge was fought three miles west of West Point, MS along Sakatonchee Creek on Feb. 21, 1864.
Hwy 50 West
West Point, MS 39773
Phone: 662.494.5121
Fax: 662.494.6396
www.wpnet.org
Admission: Free

In the early years of their marriage, the cottage provided a private getaway for the couple. The home is not open for tours, but is a popular visitors site.
5921 Goodman Rd. West at Hwy 301 South
Horn Lake, MS 38637
Phone: 662.393.9897
Fax: 662.393.2942
www.hornlakechamber.com
Admission: The home is not open for tours, but is a popular site for visitors.

The original birthplace of the "king of rock and roll" includes the modest home Elvis' father built, a statue of Elvis with his first guitar, memorial chapel, walk of life, fountain of life, park, story wall, gift shop with items to build your own Elvis memorabilia collection, and newly remodeled museum, "TIMES AND THINGS REMEMBERED".
306 Elvis Presley Dr.
Tupelo, MS 38802
Phone: 662.841.1245
Fax: 662.690.6623
www.elvispresleybirthplace.com
Hours: May-Sep: Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Oct-Apr: Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun 1-5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas)
Admission: Yes

Placed in honor of Elvis Presley, Tupelo’s most famous native son, this larger than life statue was placed to commemorate the 35^th anniversary of Elvis’ death in August, 2012.  It faces east toward his birthplace with Tupelo City Hall over his left shoulder and the Tupelo Hardware (where Gladys bought Elvis’ first guitar) over his right shoulder.

 

Fairpark District – 71 East Troy Street, Tupelo, MS 38804
800-533-0611
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