Featured Media and Interviews
Mississippi Public Broadcasting - Next Stop Mississippi
Our team sat down live with MPB's Next Stop Mississippi to discuss the history, the multi-year revival, and what's in store for this year's Family Reunion in New York City. Watch the full interview below:
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May 2025
In the News
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Mississippi in the Park returns to NYC next month (PDF)
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Publication: Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal
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Date: April 29, 2026
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Summary: Announces the 2026 return with a "Family Reunion" theme. Features Mississippi native Gracey Massengill as the official artist and highlights sponsors like Sugaree’s Bakery.
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Mississippi Society of New York hosts 38th annual Mississippi in the Park picnic (PDF)
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Publication: Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal
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Date: May 28, 2025
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Summary: Coverage of the 2025 event at Pier 84, highlighting the expected rise in attendance, the "Southern Dessert Contest" revival, and the expansion to 20 event sponsors.
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Mississippi Society of New York City to revive annual picnic in the park (PDF)
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Publication: Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal
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Date: June 1, 2024
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Summary: An announcement of the picnic's return to New York City for the first time since 2015, featuring new organizers from the Ole Miss, Mississippi State, and Southern Miss alumni groups.
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Featured Community Event
Mississippi Public Broadcasting: Sipp Events Calendar
We are proud to be featured by Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) as a cornerstone event for Mississippians abroad. The "Sipp Events" calendar is the premier statewide guide for Mississippi heritage and culture.
Media Assets & Press Kit
To download high-resolution posters, headshots, and photography, access our Digital Media Kit
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Official Press Release: (PDF)
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Mississippi in the Park 2026 Official Art Poster: (JPG)
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Featured Art: Family Reunion by Gracey Massengill (JPG)
Event Art & Posters
For interview requests or additional media inquiries, please contact MississippiSocietyNYC@gmail.com
