Historical Marker

Brookhaven Blues

Marker installed: 2021
Marker provided by: Mississippi Blues Commission.

The Mississippi Blues Trail markers tell stories through words and images of bluesmen and women and how the places where they lived and the times in which they existed–and continue to exist–influenced their music. The sites run the gamut from city streets to cotton fields, train depots to cemeteries, and clubs to churches. We have a lot to share, and it’s just down the Mississippi Blues Trail.

The Mississippi Blues Trail is an ongoing project of the Mississippi Blues Commission. Funding for this project has been made possible by grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, Mississippi Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, AT&T, and the Delta Center for Culture and Learning at Delta State University plus additional support from the Mississippi Development Authority Tourism Division.

For more information visit msbluestrail.org.

Blues Trail
The state has a strong tradition of hunting and fishing, and many Mississippians enjoy outdoor activities such as deer hunting, bass fishing, and birdwatching.
Mississippi random facts
Located in the state of Mississippi, Lincoln County has a rich and diverse history that dates back to the early 19th century. It was established on April 7, 1870, and named in honor of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. Prior to its establishment, the area was inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Choctaw and Chickasaw.

The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s, primarily attracted by the fertile soil and abundant natural resources. Agriculture and timber quickly became the dominant industries, with cotton being the main cash crop. By the mid-1800s, the county had developed a thriving economy, supported by the labor of both enslaved African Americans and white farmers.

During the American Civil War, Lincoln County played a significant role, being located within the Confederate heartland. Several battles and skirmishes took place in the area, as Union forces sought to disrupt the Confederate supply lines. The war had a devastating impact on the county, with many homes and plantations destroyed.

In the years following the Civil War, Lincoln County experienced a period of reconstruction and recovery. The economy gradually diversified, with the emergence of industries such as lumber, manufacturing, and commerce. Today, Lincoln County continues to embrace its history and heritage, with numerous historical sites and museums offering visitors a glimpse into the area's rich past.

This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Lincoln County, Mississippi.

  • 1817 - Lincoln County is established as one of the original counties in the state of Mississippi.
  • 1819 - The first courthouse and county seat is founded in Holmesville.
  • 1876 - Brookhaven becomes the new county seat, replacing Holmesville.
  • 1894 - The Illinois Central Railroad extends into Lincoln County, boosting economic development.
  • 1906 - The Brookhaven National Guard Armory is constructed.
  • 1927 - The Lincoln County Library is established.
  • 1935 - Camp Beauregard, a Civilian Conservation Corps camp, is established near Bogue Chitto.
  • 1941 - The United States enters World War II, and many residents of Lincoln County serve in the armed forces.
  • 1978 - The Mississippi School of the Arts is established in Brookhaven.
  • 2011 - The Lincoln County Historical and Genealogical Society is founded.