The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to preserving the diverse cultural heritage of Vicksburg,
Mississippi, the Mississippi Delta, and the American South. The
Foundation works to achieve its goals by creating and hosting cultural
activities at the Southern Cultural Heritage Complex.
Our
upcoming activities suit many interests, and our
past activities
are a testimony of the rich cultural heritage of Vicksburg,
Mississippi.
Our 20th Anniversary!
In 1994, the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation was
formed to preserve these historic buildings and to direct
their transformation into a cultural center. Twenty years of
carrying on our mission: emphasizing the humanities and the
arts, providing unique and quality programming for free or
at low cost to the Vicksburg community.
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SCHF Event Calendar
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More!
Activities Log of all
current and past years' activities.
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The Southern Cultural
Center is a GREAT venue for
Rentals!
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All Eventbrite SCHF Activities.
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Facebook Events Page (must sign into Facebook to view)
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If donating items rather than
money is more your jam, we have an
Amazon Wish List! Thank y’all for all the support!
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Southern Cultural
Heritage Foundation $30 for 30 Years Fundraiser!!
Celebrate 30 years of the Southern Cultural Heritage
Foundation by donating 30 dollars! You can use the
Facebook fundraiser or
Square.
We are currently working on several large projects!
-Auditorium wall repairs - $22,000
-New Roof on the Academy building - $34,000
-Replacement of the main water line to 4 buildings - $14,000
-New AC unit and other unit repairs - $4000
and many more! It takes a village to keep a city block
looking its best! Every little bit counts!
All proceeds will go towards the maintenance of our five
historically important buildings and towards community
events.
(This donation is separate from membership dues.)
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The 36th Annual Over the River Run, Saturday,
October 12th, 2024 at 8 a.m. CST at the Old Mississippi
River Bridge located at I-20 and Washington Street.
Online Registration.
Facebook event page.
Entry
forms and complete event details.
Press release.
Run-Walk Trifold Entry Form.
This unique run follows a scenic course heading west
across the Mississippi River to Delta, Louisiana and then
returns back to the finish line. The event involves a 5-mile
run, 5-mile walk and a one-mile fun run for kids.
Registration is open now.
The entry fees are $30 for the 5-mile race and $15 for the
1-mile fun run. After September 15th, entry fees will be $35
for the 5-mile race and $20 for the 1-mile fun run. Race day
fee for the 5-mile race will be $40. Family Pre-Race is $125
(pre-registered only, limit 5 immediate family members
living at the same address) (after September 15, fee is
$150). Spirit Runner is $25 (includes T-shirt only). Register early to
receive your OVER THE RIVER RUN T-SHIRT!
For more information, please call the SCHF office at 601-631-2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
More!
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“The Nun”
Fright-Night Movie Night, Fri, October 4,
2024 at 6:30 p.m.
It's spooky season! We will be showing “The Nun” in
the SCHC Courtyard. There will be a cocktail hour
from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and the movie will begin at 7:30
p.m. or sundown. Also included in the night will be
a cash bar and a 50/50 Raffle. Tickets are
$10/person and can be purchased in advance at
Eventbrite or at the door.
Buy tickets.
Facebook event.
For more information on these
events or any of our other events, call the Southern Cultural Heritage
Center business office at 601-631-2997 or email
info@southernculture.org.
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Southern Book Club,
October 16, 2024 at 6 p.m. The Southern Book Club
meets the third Wednesday of each month. There is no fee to attend
and it is open to the public. For more information or
meeting location, please call 601.631.2997 or email
info@southernculture.org.
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17th Annual Classics in the Courtyard. Local entertainers and local restaurants will provide the music and lunch on Fridays from noon-1 p.m. beginning October
18th and concluding November 8th, 2024. The musical entertainment is sponsored in part by a generous grant from Entergy Mississippi. The entertainment is provided for free and lunch can be purchased for $15 per person or $12 for SCHF
Members. Reservations are required for lunch and
must be made by 5 p.m. on the Thursday before the
event. There is no better beginning to the fall
season than “Classics in the Courtyard”!
The schedule of entertainment and lunch providers are listed below:
Friday, October 18: Lee H. Abraham & The
Brotherhood Band; Lunch provided by Goldie’s
Express.
Buy tickets.
Facebook event.
Friday, October 25: Howl & The Big Bad Wolves;
Lunch provided by Tommy’s BBQ.
Buy tickets.
Facebook event.
Friday, November 1: Performed by Alter Ego; Lunch
provided by The Tomato Place.
Buy tickets.
Facebook event.
Friday, November 8: Performed by Blackwater Trio;
Lunch provided by Billy’s Italian Restaurant.
Buy tickets.
Facebook event.
This wonderful program is also supported in part by funding from the Mississippi Arts Commission, a state agency, and in part, from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency, and the generous support of Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation individual and corporate members, the City of Vicksburg, and various appropriations.
For more information or to make reservations for lunch, please call the SCHF
office at 601-631-2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Press release.
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Halloween Dance Party,
Saturday, October 19, 2024 in the SCHC Auditorium. We will do line dances of all styles
including country, soul, and pop. We have a couple Halloween
dances like the “Witches’ Dance” and “Thriller” that
are on the playlist, as well! We can’t wait to see
you! It’s also a Costume Party, with a trophy for
the best costume! There will be a dance tutorial from 6-7 pm
and a dance party from 7-9 pm. The cost is $10/person at Eventbrite.
There will be a cash bar and concessions available. For more information or to get tickets, go to
Eventbrite.com, call the Southern Cultural Heritage Center business
office at 601-631-2997, or email
info@southernculture.org.
Facebook event.
Press release.
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Tunnel of Terror Haunted House, Saturday, October 28, 2023 from
6:30-9 p.m.
Enter our halls and tunnels as ghosts, clowns,
killers, and more haunt you! Exit the Haunted House
to our “It’s Fall Y’all” Carnival!
The haunted house will take you through the convent
and through the creepy tunnels that line the inner
courtyard of the Southern Cultural Heritage Center.
It will be decorated with the things of your
nightmares, surely to haunt you. Get ready for
ghosts, skeletons, dolls, clowns, and more as you
make your way through the tunnel of terror!
The Tunnel of Terror will end in our “It’s
Fall Y’all” carnival complete with kids’ games,
music, kids games, and some treats for the adults!
Tickets to the “Tunnel of Terror Haunted House”
are $15 and include entry to the carnival.
Tickets will be available at the gate or online at
Eventbrite.com or call the SCHF office at
601-631-2997.
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River Kids Free After School Art Program. Fall Semester began
August 22, 2024. Open to any child in 1st through 6th grade, the class will meet on Thursdays from 3:45-5:00 p.m. for the thirteen-week program. Space is limited and reservations are required. The River Kids Program is designed to encourage children to discover and develop their creative talents. It will expose creativity through drawing, painting, crafts, collage, ceramics, sculpture and many more exciting techniques. Experienced and accredited educators plan and teach each class. The program is free, but requires a full semester commitment from the parents. It will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. This free after-school program is supported in part by funding from the Mississippi Arts Commission, a state agency, and in part, from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency, and the generous support of the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation individual and corporate members, the City of Vicksburg, and various appropriations.
To register, call the SCHF business office at (601) 631-2997 or email info@southernculture.org.
Press release.
Facebook event page.
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Plant Drive! Our
gardens are in need of some new plants! We will be taking
donations of plants in the month of May! Plants may be
dropped off at our office during normal business hours or
during any Classics in the Courtyard.
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SCHF Receives Mississippi Arts Commission Grant.
The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation has been awarded a $17,600 grant from
the
Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC). This grant is a portion of the $1.65
million in grants MAC awarded in Fiscal Year 2023 and will be used to
continue the mission of the SCHF and bring exceptional events and quality
programming to the community through artistic excellence. The grants are made
possible by continued funding from the Mississippi State Legislature and the
National Endowment for the Arts.
“We are pleased to provide support to
arts organizations throughout the state who inspire and
serve their communities every day,” said Sarah Story,
executive director of MAC. “These funds will help
organizations continue to create innovative exhibitions,
performances, and programming for millions of people to
enjoy throughout the next year.”
More.
Press release.
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Violin Lessons: The SCHF
offers violin lessons for all ages. Mrs. Ruthanne
Schnell has taught for over 25 years. She has trained and
studied under many master instructors. She is also able to
teach the viola and cello. If you are interested or would
like more information, please call 601-383-0796.
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More activities...
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WLBT
article,
Going back in time with the Sisters of Mercy, February 20, 2009.
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A memorial fund in honor of
Mother Clementine Phelan and the
Sisters of Mercy has been established by Mrs. Edna Henry Hosemann, Mrs.
Elizabeth Henry Nelson and Mr. George Nelson, and Pat and Lance Dichter in honor
of their aunt. Press
release.
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Looking for that unique gift
for that special someone? Consider the special
Cultural Center Crosses
created by Misty Clendenin. All
proceeds go to support the buildings and all programs at the
Southern Cultural Heritage Center. The crosses are only $10
each, plus tax.
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The SCHF is an ideal place to
hold weddings, receptions, performances, reunions, lectures,
and business meetings. Space available for rent include the classrooms in the
1930s Academy Building and the 1880s Auditorium featuring a
stage, 24-foot ceilings, and hardwood floors.
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Check out the musical montage of past programs and events held here at the
Center, The Southern Cultural Experience
at the bottom of this page.
Important
Community links...
Vicksburg/Warren Chamber of Commerce
Vicksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau
Vicksburg Main Street
Vicksburg Theatre Guild
and Gold in the Hills
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