Biloxi in Harrison County, Mississippi — The American South (East South Central)
Essence of Biloxi
Driving & Bicycling Trail
Photographed by Craig Doda, December 24, 2018
1. Essence of Biloxi Marker
A Trip through Biloxi's History
Archaeological artifacts and evidence prove the existence of prehistoric and historic Native Americans on the Biloxi peninsula long before the first French expedition. The name Biloxi, which means First People, is the legacy of the historic tribe that greeted French-Canadian explorer Pierre LeMoyne d'Iberville when he and his crew landed on these shores in February 1699.
Biloxi's over three century history is the story of many and culturally diverse peoples. Explore that history, discover those cultures and see what makes this city so unique. This self-guided tour, divided into an east and west route, features 43 historic architectural, cultural and environmental stops. Both routes begin here at the Biloxi Visitors Center. Each will take approximately two hours to complete. Spend the day discovering Biloxi and all it has to offer.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Exploration • Indigenous Peoples and Communities. A significant historical month for this entry is February 1699.
Location. 30° 23.699′ N, 88° 54.075′ W. Marker is in
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Regionally, this marker is in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, and on the Gulf Coast. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: High Water Mark (a few steps from this marker); Pierre LeMoyne Sieur d'Iberville (a few steps from this marker); The Brides Of La Baleine (a few steps from this marker); The Evolution of Biloxi Tourism (a few steps from this marker); The Memorial Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Archaeological Findings
Photographed by Craig Doda, December 24, 2018
2. Essence of Biloxi Marker
Photographed by Craig Doda, June 16, 2024
3. Essence of Biloxi Marker (Reverse Side)
Photographed by Craig Doda, June 16, 2024
4. Essence of Biloxi Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 21, 2024. It was originally submitted on December 6, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 355 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 6, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. 3, 4. submitted on June 19, 2024, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
