Brochure 1 - American Road® Magazine

Crossroads Museum at the Historic Depot – The hub of area history, the
museum housed in the 1918 Depot, sits at the historic railroads crossings which brought
both war and prosperity to Corinth. The museum has an extensive collection of local
Civil War relics. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 – 5 p.m., 662287-3120, www.crossroadsmuseum.com; while visiting museum, take a peek into the
C&D Jarnigan Store, one of the nation’s premier suppliers of reproduction uniforms
and accessories for both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Hours: Monday – Friday,
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Note: Wednesdays the shop closes at 3:30 p.m., 662-287-4977,
www.jarnaginco.com.
Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center – No visit to Corinth would be complete
without seeing the Interpretive Center, a National Park Service Site. The Center features
videos of the Battles of Shiloh and Corinth; ranger-led programs and an educational water
feature. Hours: Daily from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., 662-287-9273, www.nps.gov/shil
Battery F – View one of the nation’s most pristine earthwork for the Civil War period.
Hours: Dawn to Dusk, 800-748-9048, www.corinth.net.
Corinth Contraband Camp – Called “the Birthplace of American Freedom,” the
Contraband Camp was home to hundreds of runaway slaves, who fled to Federally
occupied Corinth, during the Civil War. Today a portion of the land where the camp
existed has been set aside as a park. Bronze figures surround a trail through the Camp
depicting the lives of people once considered “contraband” of war. Open daily from
dawn to dusk, 662-287-9273, www.nps.gov/shil
Corinth National Cemetery – This cemetery is the final resting place for 1,793
History
IS ONLY HALF
OUR STORY.
In Corinth, Mississippi,
monuments and museums
celebrating Civil War heritage
abound. However, that is only
half the story. Restaurants,
serving local delicacy, the
Slugburger; art galleries; and
unique shopping thrive in the
quaint downtown district.
Special events occur year
around, including performances
by the Corinth Symphony
Orchestra, Corinth Theatre
Arts, and Bluegrass Pickin’ on
the Square. Recreation – golf,
hiking/biking, hunting, and
farm tours – are also a part of
the story.
Come be a part
of our story!
known and 3,895 unknown soldiers representing 273 Civil War regiments from 15
states. Open daily form dawn to dusk, 800-748-9048, www.corinth.net
215 N. Fillmore Street • Corinth, MS 38834
Toll Free: 800-748-9048
662-287-8300 • 662-286-0102 Fax
www.corinth.net • [email protected]
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The Rest of the Story...
Art galleries; and unique shopping thrive in the quaint downtown district.
Coca-Cola Museum
Coliseum Theatre
This local museum celebrates over a hundred
The Coliseum was built in 1924 and is
memorabilia, and interactive computer
tile, ornamental plaster ceilings and a grand
years of Coca-Cola in Corinth. Exhibits
include historic images, artifacts/advertising
stations featuring jingles and ads.
Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.,
662-284-4848.
Corinth Artist Guild Gallery
The Gallery has an outstanding collection
of regional art. A variety of artists exhibit
one-of-a-kind works that range from realism,
a showplace of Victorian and Art Deco
Design. Elements such as black and white
staircase warrant its inclusion on the National
Register of Historic Places. The Coliseum still
hosts special events, including performances by
the Corinth Symphony Orchestra, throughout
the year. Tours available by appointment –
800-748-9048.
Corinth Farmer’s Market
impressionism and abstract art to sculptures,
From May – October, the Corinth Farmer’s
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m – 4 p.m.,
much more. Hours: Daily; 662-287-4745.
stained glass, jewelry, and other decorative
arts.
662-665-0520, www.corinthartistguild.com
Market, located on Shiloh Road, welcomes
vendors selling local produce, fruit, plants and
Historic Downtown Shops
Annual Events
Crossroads Festival & Chili Cook-Off
Coca-Cola 10k Run
Jacinto 4th of July Festival
Green Markets
Slugburger Festival
Farmington Heritage Festival
Hog Wild B-B-Q Cook-Off
Historic Corinth Grand Illumination
Experience the heart of Corinth in its busy
Downtown. Here one will find unique
specialty shops, restaurants, antique stores,
art galleries, and museums. Three 100 yearold businesses anchor the District – Borroum’s
Drug Store and Soda Fountain, Biggers
Hardware, and Waits Jewelry Store.
CALL FOR YOUR
FREE TRAVEL PLANNER
Celebrate Corinth
FOR A FULL SCHEUDULE OF
EVENTS, VISIT US ONLINE:
www.corinth.net
215 N. Fillmore Street • Corinth, MS 38834
Toll Free: 800-748-9048
662-287-8300 • 662-286-0102 Fax
www.corinth.net • [email protected]