On West Park Street North north of West Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
A heroine of the Civil Rights Movement, Anne Moody was born
in 1940 in Wilkinson County near Centreville. In her classic 1968 memoir,
Coming of Age in Mississippi, she lucidly and eloquently articulates
what it was like to grow up in . . . — — Map (db m193106) HM
On Old Mississippi 33 (State Highway 24) at State Highway 33, on the right when traveling east on Old Mississippi 33.
Named for CSA General Earl Van Dorn, this U.S. Army Post served as a training camp from 1942-1945. The 99th ("Checkerboard") and the 63rd ("Blood and Fire") divisions trained here and fought in Europe, suffering over 10,000 casualties in such . . . — — Map (db m96276) HM
On State Highway 33, 0.3 miles north of Thomas Lane, on the left when traveling north.
Nearby is the site of the original log cabin church established in 1811 by Matthew Bowman. Wm. Winans, circuit rider and leader in Miss. Methodism served as pastor, and in 1815, married Martha DuBose. — — Map (db m96035) HM
On State Highway 24, 0.5 miles north of Millbrook Road, on the right when traveling east.
The Smith Creek site consists of three mounds surrounding a large plaza. Mound A is the site's largest monument, at over 30 feet. Mound B is a burial mound surrounded by a ditch or moat. Mound C, to the east, is eroding into Smith Creek; its . . . — — Map (db m96735) HM
On State Highway 24 west of Pleasant Valley Road, on the right when traveling west.
The Lessley site consists of one large, rectangular platform mound. Excavations in 2013 determined that the mound was built in two or more stages, beginning in the Late Coles Creek or Early Plaquemine Period, ca. AD 1100-1350. Based on excavated . . . — — Map (db m96644) HM
On Pinckneyville / Ft. Adams Pond Road, 0.5 miles south of Woodstock Road, on the left when traveling south.
Pollock, an Irish merchant in Spanish New Orleans, served in that city as Commercial Agent for the Continental Congress & helped finance the American Revolution with his fortune. He died at Pinckneyville, 1832. — — Map (db m93634) HM
On Commercial Row east of Royal Oak Street, on the right when traveling east.
Once housed an 1842 saddle shop, an 1886 dry goods store, and an 1888 doctor's office. In 1920's local telephone office was upstairs. — — Map (db m143450) HM
On Commercial Row east of Depot Street, on the right when traveling west.
Building best known for Sarphie's Jewelry Store opened in 1896 by watchmaker Joseph Sarphie. He sold early Woodville postcards. — — Map (db m143870) HM
On Commercail Row east of Royal Oak Street, on the right when traveling east.
A boarding house and a wholesale grocery once operated here. Next door was Gabe Kann's Store, razed in 1959, for a new post office. — — Map (db m144002) HM
On Commercial Row east of Royal Oak Street, on the right when traveling east.
Businesses that once operated here were a clock maker's, a beauty shop, a pool hall and a law office. Nearby stood Buckner's Tavern. — — Map (db m143323) HM
On Highway 61, 0.2 miles north of Louisiana/Mississippi State Line, on the right when traveling north.
This Avenue of Magnolias is dedicated to Jefferson Davis President of the Confederacy by The Woodville Civic Club, Inc. and The Davis Family Association Rosemont Plantation Planted March 1979
— — Map (db m137267)
On Church Street south of 2nd Street South, on the right when traveling south.
Once a four-room cottage built by Col. John
South Lewis for his sons after Lewis purchased
two-story brick home next door in 1836.
Private — — Map (db m243357) HM
On Wallace Drive at College Street on Wallace Drive.
Built by D.H. Wallace and wife Sarest.
It replaced an 1820's raised cottage erected
by Judge Leonard K. Barber and his wife Martha.
Private — — Map (db m243361) HM
On Sligo Street, on the left when traveling north.
Jewish community flourished in Woodville 1820-1920. Est. cemetery 1848. Synagogue built on Natchez St. 1878, rebuilt 1896, burned 1930s. Jewish community enriched Towns economic/artistic life. — — Map (db m50908) HM
On Bank Street at South Natchez Street, on the left when traveling west on Bank Street.
In 1876, the Woodville Hebrew Education
Association constructed a small frame
synagogue on this site that later became
the Beth Israel Congregation. Emanuel
Rosenfelder served as the first rabbi.
After a fire in 1896, the synagogue . . . — — Map (db m130256) HM
On Water Street at Prentiss Highway, on the right when traveling west on Water Street.
Gothic-style residence built by attorney Capt. David Clay Bramlette for his wife, Olivia Jane Ratcliffe. Still owned by their descendants.
Private — — Map (db m243346) HM
On Bank Street west of Royal Oak Street, on the left when traveling west.
Originally branch of the Bank of the State of Mississppi and believed to be the oldest bank building in the state. Today houses the African-American Museum. — — Map (db m130488) HM
On 2nd South Street at First West Street South, on the left when traveling west on 2nd South Street.
Typical antebellum cottage with center hall
dividing four rooms. Two later additions.
Once home of 'Miss Sallye' Brannan.
Private — — Map (db m243370) HM
On Church Street south of Second South Street, on the right when traveling north.
Built c. 1845, and home of Carnot Posey, 1st Lieut., Miss. Rifles, Mexican War, and Confed. Brig-General. Wounded at Bristoe Station, Va., and d. Nov. 13, 1863. Buried Univ. of Virginia. — — Map (db m93457) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) east of Church Street, on the right when traveling east.
Built as a tavern and later enlarged into a home. Two-story brick kitchen dependency dated 1819. Cohen family lived here 1870-1945. Private — — Map (db m143858) HM
On Royal Oak Street at Commercial Row, on the right when traveling south on Royal Oak Street.
Built as medical office by Dr. J. P. Casey,
later moved from Natchez Street and used
as a law office by Clay Bramlette Tucker,
Private — — Map (db m243364) HM
On 1st South Street at Depot Street, on the right when traveling east on 1st South Street.
Federal residence believed built by future Mississippi governor Abram M. Scott (served 1832-1833). Later occupied by Feltus and Catchings families. Private — — Map (db m243365) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) west of Boston Row, on the right when traveling west.
Twenty mi. west, called Davion's Rock by French. Loftus Heights by British. U.S. Fort, 1798, named for John Adams. "Man Without a Country," Phillip Nolan was once stationed here. — — Map (db m93850) HM
On Main Street (Mississippi Route 24) at Sligo Street, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
Once home of German native Thomas Gorney,
the town's only shoemaker for many years.
His tiny shop stood near the street.
Private — — Map (db m243352) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) near First West Street South, on the right when traveling east.
Built by early businessman Wettlin, a native of Germany, for his mercantile business. Later divided into three separate sections. — — Map (db m143328) HM
On Water Street at Church Street, on the right when traveling west on Water Street.
Believed to be one of oldest local homes. Fine example of Gothic Revival Cottage. Henry Habig, local blacksmith, bought it in 1857[?]
Private. — — Map (db m243347) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) east of Natchez Street, on the right when traveling west.
Built by early Jewish businessman Isaac Hart, who settled here in 1864. House retains many original features, including mantels. Private — — Map (db m143869) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) west of Church Street, on the right when traveling west.
Built by prominent Jewish businessman Jacob Cohen who lived next door. Cottage used for rentals, an office, later an antique shop. — — Map (db m143731) HM
On 1st South Street at Depot Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st South Street.
Built by Dr. Magruder as typical two-story
Victorian cottage. Second floor destroyed
by fire in 1948. Extensively altered in 1950's.
Private — — Map (db m243366) HM
On Sligo Street south of Main Street (State Highway 24), on the right when traveling south.
Col. John South Lewis gave land for the Methodist church to be built in 1824 and reserved this plot. Tall shaft marks his grave. — — Map (db m130546) HM
On Natchez Street South north of Bank Street, on the left when traveling north.
Built by M. Benedict and purchased by Fred Martens,
resected builder of buggies and carriages.
His family lived here until 2013.
Private — — Map (db m243372) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) west of Natchez Street, on the right when traveling west.
Owned for many years by William J. Miller, county circuit clerk. House later extensively restored by Mr. and Mrs. Joe R. Townsend. Private — — Map (db m144003) HM
On Sligo Street, 0.1 miles south of Main Street (Mississippi Route 24), on the right when traveling south.
Early resident of this two-story frame house
was Miss Lizzie Johnson. A Carter family
later purchased it. Side wing added in 1960's.
Private — — Map (db m243373) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) west of Natchez Street, on the right when traveling west.
Built by "Mr. Will" Morgan for his mother, Mrs. Annie Morgan, and aunt, Miss Stella Morgan. Has original mantels and high ceilings. Private — — Map (db m144016) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) east of Natchez Street, on the right when traveling west.
Turn-of-the-century house built by "Mr. Will" Morgan and his wife Emma. Later owned by their niece and nephew, Jane and Pete Babers. Private — — Map (db m144017) HM
On Depot Street at 2nd South Street, on the right when traveling south on Depot Street.
Built by Jewish businessman Rothschild for
an employee. Bought by Dr. Charles E. Catchings,
Sr., in 1898 and still owned by his descendants.
Private — — Map (db m243363) HM
On Church Street south of Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
Built by Henry Noble, county sheriff after Civil War. House is two rooms deep, with wide gallery cross the front, sits sideways to the street. — — Map (db m199303) HM
On College Street east of Church Street, on the left when traveling east.
Small frame cottage built by J.E. and Blue Eyes O' Donnell. Later owned by Miss Louise Dittmann of Pleasant Valley Plantation.
Private — — Map (db m243358) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) west of Natchez Street, on the right when traveling west.
Greek Revival residence, believed built by Connell family. Purchased in 1926 by Mrs. Josephine Hayes Chisholm and run by her. Private — — Map (db m143803) HM
On Natchez Street South south of Bank Street, on the right when traveling south.
In 1918, Mrs. Frances Johns Woodruff willed this house and its contents for use as church parsonage. It remained in use until 2005. Private — — Map (db m130520) HM
On Boston Row near Bank Street, on the right when traveling north.
Originally built by Rosario Flaccomio as a small grocery, cafe, and shoe shop, the business was purchased in 1928 by David Cumbo. — — Map (db m144032) HM
On 2nd South Street west of Depot Street, on the left when traveling west.
Built by Salvatore 'Sam' Rosso for his family.
Rosso had numerous local businesses, a cafe,
the ice house, a theatre, and a bottling plant.
Private — — Map (db m243369) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) near First West Street South, on the right when traveling east.
Originally established as Planters' Mercantile Co. Became Planters Hardware in 1947, under Frank Bell, until it was closed in 2010. — — Map (db m143535) HM
On Main Street (Mississippi Route 24) 0.2 miles east of Picneyville Road, on the right when traveling east.
Built by Louis Plitt, early maker of leather goods and a saloon keeper. Home remains in the hands of Plitt descendants to this day.
Private. — — Map (db m243350) HM
On Boston Row at Main Street (State Highway 24), on the right when traveling north on Boston Row.
Associated with prominent African-American citizen Jim Johnson, who operated meat market and owned 700-acre plantation. Died in 1932. — — Map (db m143342) HM
On Natchez Street South south of Bank Street, on the left when traveling south.
Queen Anne residence for Beth Israel Synagogue which stood on corner until 1920's. Noted for Menorah-like brackets on columns.
Private — — Map (db m130493) HM
On Church Street at Depot Street, on the left when traveling north on Church Street.
Original story-and-a-half house moved here on
rollers in 1947 by Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Redhead,
who added rooms and side porch.
Private — — Map (db m243362) HM
On State Highway 24, 0.2 miles east of Flowers Lane, on the left when traveling east.
Jefferson Davis' boyhood home. Built 1810, by father, Samuel Davis. First schooling in log cabin here. Jane Cook Davis, his mother, died here in 1845 and is buried here with others of family. — — Map (db m96500) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) east of First West Street South, on the right when traveling east.
Built by enterprising businessman Salvatore Rosso as a popular restaurant. His family later established a grocery and meat market here. — — Map (db m143341) HM
On Sligo Street south of 3rd South Street, on the right when traveling south.
Home has original columned front gallery,
mantels, millwork, plaster walls, jib windows and
rear wings. Brick wings added in 1900.
Private — — Map (db m243375) HM
On Church Street at First South Street, on the right when traveling north on Church Street.
Founded in 1823 by Jas. A. Fox. Oldest Episcopal structure (1824) in state & reputedly W. of Alleghenies. Organ installed 1827. Here in 1829 first Episcopal priest ordained in state, John P. Porter. Mother of Jefferson Davis a member. — — Map (db m93479) HM
On 2nd South Street east of Depot Street, on the right when traveling east.
House was first moved years ago to Hwy. 61,
then to this site in 1983. Star of David in dormer
denotes early Jewish ownership.
Private — — Map (db m243368) HM
On Church Street north of Depot Street, on the left when traveling north.
One of three residences built side-by-side by Mrs. Eva McGraw and later owned by her daughter, Mrs. Thelma Allred Sessions. Private — — Map (db m130545) HM
On Depot Street south of Second Street, on the left when traveling south.
The Republican, established in 1823 by William A.A. Chisolm, is the oldest newspaper and business institution in continuous operation in Mississippi. Operated by Lewis family for over 100 years. — — Map (db m94552) HM
On 1st. S. Street west of 1st W. Street, on the right when traveling east.
Queen Anne-style homes built by close friends and prominent Jewish businessmen Isaac Sinclair Joseph (left) and Lee C. Schloss (right). Private — — Map (db m201233) HM
On U.S. 61 south of Jackson Louisiana Road, on the right when traveling north.
The West Feliciana Railroad line was built in this area between 1828 and 1842 to haul cotton from Woodville to the Bayou Sara Landing on the Mississippi River. The West Feliciana Railroad was the first line chartered in Mississippi, in 1831, and the . . . — — Map (db m93718) HM
Near Main Street (State Highway 24) west of Boston Row, on the left when traveling west.
Beaux Arts structure designed by Texas architect James Riely Gordon. Replaced 1829 two-story Federal building and an earlier structure. — — Map (db m130439) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) east of Royal Oak Street, on the left when traveling west.
Erected by the
citizens of
Wilkinson County
in honor of all
those who served
in World War
I - II
and dedicated to
those who gave
their lives that
freedom might live
This monument also
honors those of
the following wars . . . — — Map (db m93333) WM
On Boston Row south of Main Street (Mississippi Highway 24), on the right when traveling south.
The dean of African-American composers and one of the greatest classical musicians in American history, Still was born near Woodville on May 11, 1895. In 1930, Still composed Afro-American Symphony, a blues-influenced work. Troubled Island was his . . . — — Map (db m93502) HM
On Natchez Street South at Bank Street, on the right when traveling south on Natchez Street South.
Greek Revival residence built by Milton Woodruff, later owned by Wm. Tucker family. Center hallway is 16 feet high with original molding. — — Map (db m144019)
On Main Street (State Highway 24) at Ford's Creek Road, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
Chartered in 1811. Was Jefferson Davis' boyhood home. Gen. Poindexter lived here. West Feleciana R.R., begun by Edward McGehee in 1831. was first in state and second in Miss. Valley. — — Map (db m93496) HM
Musicians from Woodville demonstrate the breadth of the bluess influence on American music. Composer William Grant Still incorporated the blues into his “Afro-American Symphony,” while the innovative saxophonist Lester . . . — — Map (db m50907) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 24) west of Fords Creek Road, on the right when traveling west.
Replaced original 1840 brick church that collapsed in 1891 after a severe storm. Congregation built present building on same site. — — Map (db m130489) HM
