Mound Bayou Museum of African American Culture and History

Registration includes all events, one tour.

Regular Admission

Price Breakdown:
Seminars × 4 – $10
Luncheon – $20
Jazz Reception – $20

Registration at Mound Bayou Museum opens at 9am-til 6pm

Opening Session 10am-11am History of Mound Bayou, Speakers

11am-12:30pm:  A Look at Black Towns Across America

12:30pm-2pm: Lunch served

2pm-3pm History of Black Business in America

3:15pm-5pm Session

5:30pm-8:00pm Jazz Reception at Museum

Thursday Events Only

Price Breakdown:
Seminars – $10
Luncheon – $30
Friday Party – $40

Continental breakfast 9am-10am

10am-11:30am: Session

12pm – 2pm: Luncheon with speaker

2:30pm-4pm: Session

4pm-5:30pm: Session

7pm-10pm: Old School Party

Friday Events Only

This ticket grants single-day access to the museum. Perfect if you're planning to visit the museum only—no event extras or special programs included. Just a day immersed in our exhibits, storytelling, and the rich history we've built together. Ideal for anyone who wants to explore at their own pace.

Museum Admission Only

“Building on the Past for a More Vibrant Future”July 10 – July 13, 2025 | Mound Bayou, Mississippi The Mound Bayou Museum of Mississippi in partnership with the Mound Bayou Civic Club proudly announce it’s 138th Founders Day Celebration, July  10th through July 13, 2025, in the historic town of Mound Bayou, Mississippi.This is a city founded by freed African Americans and long hailed as a symbol of Black self-determination and excellence.This year’s theme, “Building on the Past for a More Vibrant Future,” honors the legacy of city’s founders while casting a bold vision for innovation, growth, and unity in the years to come.Founded in 1887, Mound Bayou remains one of the most historically significant African American communities in the United States. The Founders Day Celebration will feature a variety of events, including:<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Historical exhibits and guided museum tours</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Guest lectures and panel discussions with historians, civic leaders, professors, national leaders, and descendants of the founders</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Community engagement and cultural showcases</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Live music, celebrations, and youth activities</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Founder’s day memorial and Church commemorative services</li></ul>“This milestone isn’t just about our past—it’s a clarion call to our future,” said Darryl Johnson, Director of the Mound Bayou Museum. This Founders Day celebration allows us to opportunity for reflection, celebration, and renewal. We invite the world to experience the story of Mound Bayou and be challenged to chart a brighter tomorrow. The Mound Bayou Museum encourages with families, educators, community leaders, and visitors from across the nation to attend. Lodging and travel accommodations, event schedules, and vendor applications are available on the official museum website.

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“Building on the Past for a More Vibrant Future”July 10 – July 13, 2025 | Mound Bayou, Mississippi The Mound Bayou Museum of Mississippi in partnership with the Mound Bayou Civic Club proudly announce it’s 138th Founders Day Celebration, July  10th through July 13, 2025, in the historic town of Mound Bayou, Mississippi.This is a city founded by freed African Americans and long hailed as a symbol of Black self-determination and excellence.This year’s theme, “Building on the Past for a More Vibrant Future,” honors the legacy of city’s founders while casting a bold vision for innovation, growth, and unity in the years to come.Founded in 1887, Mound Bayou remains one of the most historically significant African American communities in the United States. The Founders Day Celebration will feature a variety of events, including:<ul><li>Historical exhibits and guided museum tours</li><li>Guest lectures and panel discussions with historians, civic leaders, professors, national leaders, and descendants of the founders</li><li>Community engagement and cultural showcases</li><li>Live music, celebrations, and youth activities</li><li>Founder’s day memorial and Church commemorative services</li></ul>“This milestone isn’t just about our past—it’s a clarion call to our future,” said Darryl Johnson, Director of the Mound Bayou Museum. This Founders Day celebration allows us to opportunity for reflection, celebration, and renewal. We invite the world to experience the story of Mound Bayou and be challenged to chart a brighter tomorrow. The Mound Bayou Museum encourages with families, educators, community leaders, and visitors from across the nation to attend. Lodging and travel accommodations, event schedules, and vendor applications are available on the official museum website.

Mound Bayou Museum of African American Culture and History

Mound Bayou Museum: Celebrating 138 Years of Mound Bayou!

200 Roosevelt St

Regular Admission

$110

Thursday Events Only

$50

Friday Events Only

$80

Museum Admission Only

$15