These are the stories of our people in their own words. From sharecroppers to governors, the veterans, artists, writers, musicians, leaders, followers, all those who call Mississippi home. Since 1971 we've collected their memories. The technology has changed, but our mission remains the same: to preserve those wonderful stories. Listen to Mississippi Moments Monday through Friday. at 12:30pm on MPB think radio.
Many Italian immigrants settled in the Mississippi Delta bringing their culture and traditions with them.John Bassie of Cleveland, MS recalls how his family celebrated the 4th of July, Italian style.