Of African American Culture and History
WELCOME TO MOUND BAYOU MUSEUM GALA
OUR GOAL IS $250K FOR EXPANDING THE MUSEUM EXHIBITS AND RENOVATING THE MUSEUM.
General Admission /W Free Tour: $100
2 Tickets /W 2 Free Tours: $150
VIP Pass For 2 /W Cocktail Hour: Ticket $195
Museum, Private Tour, and VIP Cocktail Hour
ELEVATING OUR HISTORY
EMPOWERING OUR TOMORROW
WHAT
MOUND BAYOU MUSEUM GALA
Saturday 12th August 2023 | 204 Edwards Ave, Mound Bayou, MS
Many of us here and elsewhere have rightly honored the main founder of Mound Bayou, Isaiah T. Montgomery, but few of us know or understand that the true visionary and originator of the dream of Mound Bayou was his father Benjamin Montgomery.
To paraphrase a passage in the Bible it says as long as the earth remains there will be seedtime and harvest.
Although Isaiah developed organized and instituted the dream, the true seed was that of his father Benjamin Montgomery. He had the audacity to possess a dream of self-governance and prosperity while enslaved on a Mississippi plantation. With this knowledge, we cannot help but honor his legacy, with the first year of the annual Benvision Award.
This award shall be given to honor those who in various categories help to harvest the ongoing vision that began in the heart of the father of our founder Isiah T. Montgomery. Thus we pay tribute to the man who took the first step of faith, the original visionary, Ben Montgomery with this first Benvision award.
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THE PRIMARY AIM OF THE MUSEUM
The Mound Bayou Museum is a vital cultural institution that needs your support. With your contributions, we can continue to expand our exhibits and programs, educate future generations, and ensure that the legacy of the
Mound Bayou community lives on.
HOW
TO ATTEND
- SEE YOU THERE
Saturday 12th August 2023 | 200 Roosevelt St, Mound Bayou, MS
ABOUT THE MUSEUM
The Mound Bayou Museum is dedicated to exploring, expanding, and exposing the magnificent history of one of the oldest African American established communities in the most inhospitable and dangerous state in the country.
We are now looking to expand the museum into a
Children Museum with your help.
TELLING THE STORY OF OUR CULTURE AT MOUND BAYOU
There are only a few places in the United States that were founded and developed by ex-slaves or descendants of American slaves. Mound
Bayou carries the reputation of being one of the oldest, African American-founded, and existing communities of such note.
The historical location of the "Mound Bayou" community was used and continues to attract the most knowledgeable academic minds together
to tell the story of who we are and the accomplishments of our ancestors.
MOUND BAYOU AND DELTA HISTORY
Besides Mound Bayou's history, we tell the story of the accomplishments of the men and women of the surrounding areas, such as Fannie Lou Hamer, Amzie Moore, Medgar Evers, and many others, including blues musicians.
Science
Mound Bayou has a rich history in the medical field and the museum reflects on the pioneering spirit and accomplishments that were forged here in that field.
Innovations
Slave labor, back in that day, was a very brutal hardship for those who experienced it. These men and women would do anything it took to make their tasks easier and more effective, so they became very adept at innovation and creating products and ideas. The museum is dedicated to investigating, uncovering, and properly crediting those inventions to the people that God had blessed with the vision and ability to create them.
Pricing For Gala
TICKET
GALA TICKET
$100 / TICKET
Includes:
1 Free Tour of the
Mound Bayou Museum
(expires in 6 months)
1 Ticket to Mound
Bayou Museum Gala.
TICKET
GALA TICKET
$150 / TICKET
Includes:
2 Tickets to Mound
Bayou Museum Gala
2 Free Tour of the
Mound Bayou Museum
(expires in 6 months)
VIP
GALA TICKET
$195 / TICKET
2 Day VIP Pass
Special VIP Gala Seating
2 Tickets to VIP Cocktail Hour on
August 11-12, 2023
2 Free Private Tours
city Mound Bayou, MS
2 Free Tour of the
Mound Bayou Museum
(expires in 6 months)
VIP
GROUP TICKETS
$1,500 / TICKET
Half-Page Ad
2 Day VIP Pass Includes:
Special VIP Gala Seating
10 Tickets to VIP Cocktail Hour on
August 11-12, 2023
10 Free Private Tours of
city of Mound Bayou, MS
10 Free Tours of the
Mound Bayou Museum
(expires in 6 months)
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Event Details
FAQ
Where can I book my hotel?
The closest hotels are in Cleveland MS, about 10 miles away. We suggest the Lyric Hotel West End but the Cotton House, Hampton Inn, or the Holiday Inn are all adequate alternatives.
What to do in Mound Bayou?
There are currently two museums in Mound Bayou, the Mound Bayou Museum, and the DeltaHealth Center Museum, also there will be tours offered in the city. Check our website for othersuggestions of sites to see in the Delta area.
What are a few good restaurants in the area?
Crawdads in Merigold, Delta Meat Market, No Way Jose, The Warehouse, Farmhouse Table,Hang 122, 8 West Grille, Airport Grocery, 301 Downtown, Papa Roc's, Mexico Grille, andAvacado's Bar and Grille, all of Cleveland MS.
Can I pay for a ticket on the evening of the event?
It is strongly suggested that tickets be purchased as soon as possible. There will beaccommodation made for last-minute arrivals. If we sell out of tickets, we will remove the option to purchase.
If one of my guests is unable to attend, can I invite someone else at the last minute?
Yes, that won't be an issue. Just send an email to
What Credit Cards do you accept?
All major credit cards are accepted
Where should I park?
There will be free parking available on the event campus
What is the dress code for the evening?
Black formal attire is suggested
What time is the event?
The event time is 5:30 pm.
Are masks required?
Masks are optional
What do I need to provide at check-in?
Your name or email address
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