Waveland in Hancock County, Mississippi — The American South (East South Central)
From the People of Waveland
September 15, 2017
1. From the People of Waveland Marker
In appreciation and gratitude to all who gave their time, energy, and money to help us recover from Hurricane Camille. On August 17, 1969 our city was devastated, but those who cared came to her rescue.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Disasters • Notable Events. A significant historical date for this entry is August 17, 1969.
Location. 30° 17.182′ N, 89° 22.454′ W. Marker is in Waveland, Mississippi, in Hancock County. Marker is on Coleman Avenue south of South Central Avenue, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 335 Coleman Avenue, Waveland MS 39576, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Hurricane Katrina (here, next to this marker); Pearl Rivers (approx. one mile away); The "Pirate House" (approx. 1.2 miles away); Brown's Vineyard (approx. 1˝ miles away); Gulfside Assembly (approx. 1.8 miles away); Sea Song Plantation (approx. 2 miles away); Carter Church Designs (approx. 2.6 miles away); First Missionary Baptist Church (approx. 2.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Waveland.
More about this marker. Located in front of Waveland Ground Zero Hurricane Museum
Also see . . . Ground Zero Hurricane Museum.
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September 15, 2017
2. From the People of Waveland Marker
September 16, 2017
3. From the People of Waveland Marker
Blue line is water level line experienced in Hurricane Katrina
September 16, 2017
4. From the People of Waveland Marker
September 15, 2017
5. Ground Zero Museum
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