Baptist Industrial College Marker
2809 Elm Street, Hernando, MS 38632, Hernando, MS
Founded in 1900 by the North Mississippi Baptist Educational Convention, the college was the first school in DeSoto County to offer instruction through grade twelve to African Americans and one of the earliest private s…
About this place
Founded in 1900 by the North Mississippi Baptist Educational Convention, the college was the first school in DeSoto County to offer instruction through grade twelve to African Americans and one of the earliest private schools for African Americans in north Mississippi. The school closed in 1960\. The original dormitory remains standing. Video https://youtu.be/8rpCTawqL5M
Activities
- Museums
- Heritage
More places nearby
This route begins in the Hernando downtown area and quickly transitions to mainly of rural character.
Follow the road less traveled for a relaxing tour of our historic Delta Bluffs Scenic Byway.
Mississippi's second oldest Confederate monument was erected in 1875 after the Civil War and is dedicated to those who died for the Confederate States.
Artifacts and memorabilia in the main building, and a restored log cabin built in the 1840s used for educational opportunities, make up this DeSoto County attraction.
Nearby dining
Grace Nutrition offers healthy shakes, teas, and nutrition products on Highway 51 in Hernando.
Casual, cozy, down-home eatery selling ready-to-eat or oven-ready fresh meals, plus bakery items for pick-up.
Friendly owners sell flaky croissants, sourdough bread and Danish pastries in a casual space.
Bakery in historic downtown Hernando offering over 100 flavors of cheesecake baked fresh daily, plus cupcakes and cookies.
Nearby places to stay
Hernando Hideaway Bed & Breakfast offers lodging in Hernando for visitors exploring DeSoto County.
Relaxed hotel with free hot breakfast & Wi-Fi, plus an outdoor pool & an exercise room.
