THINGS TO DO

There’s no better way to experience Indianola than our walking/driving tour of our historic district, which in addition to our Blues and Civil Rights sites includes the childhood home of the late New York Times food editor, chef and author Craig Claiborne.Along the way you’ll find interesting shops with everything from gourmet food products to southern-inspired gifts. 

Henry M. Seymour Library

200 East Percy Street • 662-887-1672

The Henry M. Seymour Library houses an extensive collection of Mississippian Walter Anderson’s artwork and a Writers Trail marker honors the work of author and Indianola native Mary Garrard.  

Indian Bayou

200 West Percy Street

Scenic Indian Bayou bisects the town, giving you a look at thousands of cypress trees in their native habitat.