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Greenville, Mississippi

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Oxford, Mississippi

Oxford (pop. 14,000) was established in the late 1830s and named in an attempt to have the state university established here. The University of Mississippi known as "Ole Miss" was built in Oxford and opened in 1848.

William Faulkner used Oxford as the basis for the fictional town of Jefferson in some of his novels.

Surroundings

There are several interesting towns and attractions in the area surrounding Oxford.

Marshall County Historical Museum, Holly Springs

The Marshall County Historical Museum in Holly Springs features displays on the history of Marshall County, including artifacts relating to the Civil War, antique furniture, tools, medical devices, and clothing. The collection is housed in the Mississippi Synodical College dormitory building which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Senatobia

Senatobia (pop. 6,700) is located in northern Mississippi. One of the attractions in the area is Arkabutla Lake which offers a number of recreational opportunities. Camping, swimming, and sailing are popular activities in the area.

Confederate Fort, Grenada

The Confederate Fort near the Grenada Dam is an earthwork fort which was used to protect Grenada from Union troops led by Gen. U.S. Grant.

Meridian, Mississippi

Settled in the 1830s, Meridian (pop. 40,000) suffered numerous setbacks throughout its history. The town was destroyed by Union troops during the Civil War. A yellow fever epidemic struck the town in the late 1870s and a hurricane ripped through in 1906. Today manufacturing, trade, timber, and the cattle industry support the city's economy.

Dentzel Carousel

The Dentzel Carousel in Meridian was built in 1896 by Gustav Dentzel and is one of the oldest in the country. The carousel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places

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Jimmie Rodgers Memorial and Museum

The Jimmie Rodgers Memorial and Museum in Meridian is a tribute to country music entertainer, Jimmie Rodgers. Some of his personal items, including his guitar, clothing, sheet music, and other memorabilia are on display.

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