   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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“Southern Exposure” Spring Break
Camp, March 13-17, 2023 for kids ages 4-13. The camp will
be held during Spring Break from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Early
drop-off is available at 7:30 a.m. and pick-up through 5:15
p.m.) The registration fee is $110 per
child for the week (this fee includes a $25 non-refundable
fee to hold your spot) and that includes all supplies and a
daily snack. Kids are asked to bring their lunch. During this camp, children will be “exercising
mind, body, and soul” as they utilize the gymnasium, art
classrooms, auditorium, gardens, and media room of the SCHC
to investigate southern music, gardening, art, manners, and
other camp-like activities. The children will perform
improvisation throughout the week to their peers.
Experienced and accredited educator Karen Biedenharn will
plan and oversee all aspects of the camp. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information or to register, call the Southern
Cultural Heritage Center business office at 601-631-2997 or
email
info@southernculture.org.
Press release.
Buy tickets.
Facebook event page.
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Basic Cake Decorating
with Maryann Artz, Tuesday, March 28, 2023 from
5:30-8 p.m. Make every celebration sweeter!! Learn how to
use cake decorating tips to create beautiful cakes, brought
to you by Maryann Artz, a local cake artist who has been
decorating cakes for over 30 years. Maryann will bring all
her knowledge to help even novice decorators produce amazing
results. Hands-on instruction and all supplies will be
provided for an evening of fun. Let’s learn to spread
buttercream joy! Registration is $70, and the class will be
limited to 10 students. Reservations are required. For more
information or to register, please call the SCHF office at
601-631-2997, or email
info@southernculture.org.
Press release.
Buy tickets.
Facebook event page.
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Southern Book Club,
April 19, 2023 at 7:00 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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River Kids Free After School Art Program. Spring
Semester Registration began January 26, 2023. Open to any
child in 1st through 6th grade, the class meets on Thursdays
from 3:45-5:00 p.m. for the thirteen-week program.
Press release.
More.
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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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