Welcome to the Pearl River County Historical Society
The Pearl River County Historical Society welcomes you to our online home. We are dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history and heritage of Pearl River County. Through our museum collections, monthly meetings, newsletter, and other educational programs, we aim to engage the community and foster an appreciation for our local history. Explore our resources and get involved in preserving the stories that shape our county's unique identity.
Historical Museum
Beginning Tuesday July 29, 2025, the Museum will be open on Tuesday and Thursday morning from 9 am until 12 noon, and on Thursday afternoon from 2 pm until 4:30 pm.
Call or text Jerry at 601 590-3268 to voluteer your help or to tour the museum.
Dive into our extensive historical archives that document the vibrant past of Pearl River County. Our archives include photographs, documents, and artifacts that offer insights into the lives and events that have shaped our community.
Pictured above is the wrought iron gate from the E. F. Tate home on North Main St. The home burned to the ground the night of May 4, 1968, apparently the work of vandals.
Membership
Please consider joining the Pearl River County Historical Society in support of our efforts to collect and preserve the pieces of our local history. The process is quick and easy
Become a member of the Pearl River Historical Society today!
Historical Information Wanted
Help us gather the history of Pearl River County and the surrounding areas. Follow the link above to the information wanted page.
Educational Programs
Our educational programs provide a deep dive into the history of Pearl River County. We offer a newsletter and meeting programs that are perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and community members eager to learn more about our rich past.
Keeping in Touch with the Historical Society and Museum
July 2025
July 23
The E. F. Tate / John Napier Collection
July 16
The street with three names!
July 9th
Great truths that little children know!
Use the "Contact Us" section below to comment on a post or to provide additional information.
Up Coming Events
Monthly potluck luncheon Meeting
August 13, 2025
Matti Jo Fox will be speaking on "McNeill . . . a bit of history."
Because of the Friends of the Library Book Sale, this meeting of the Historical Society will be held in the library proper.
Sept. 10, 2025
Joe Wise will be speaking on "The 442 Regiment Combat Team.
Unless otherwise noted, all Historical Society meetings are held in the Holland Room of Crosby Memorial Library on Goodyear Blvd.
Potluck luncheon begins at 11:30, business meeting at 11:45 and program at 12:00.
Historical Society meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month.
Contact us
Location
P. O. Box 966
39466 Picayune
Get Involved Today!
Join us in preserving the rich history of Pearl River County. Whether through membership, volunteering, or attending events, your involvement makes a difference.