Reflecting Mississippi with Jesmyn Ward

In honor of the Mississippi Humanities Council’s (MHC) 50^th anniversary, acclaimed writer Jesmyn Ward will deliver a keynote address on the theme of “Reflecting Mississippi.” After her presentation, MHC board member Dr. Ebony Lumumba, chair of the English Department at Jackson State University, will engage Ward in a conversation about how she represents Mississippi in her work.

The event will be held at Galloway United Methodist Church at 305 N Congress Street in Downtown Jackson, and is free and open to the public.