Plan A Trip To Rolling Fork, One Of Mississippi's Most Charming Rural Towns
By Liz Oliver|Published March 09, 2021
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Liz Oliver
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Liz is a Missouri native with a B.A. in English from Mizzou and a M.A. in Non-Profit Administration from Lindenwood University. She works for a STL metro-area community college and enjoys writing, traveling, and indoor cycling. Her true passion is forcing her encyclopedic knowledge of Missouri facts on uninterested strangers from across the globe!
If you’re looking for a great road trip destination this winter you’ll want to put Rolling Fork, Mississippi on your map. This charming Delta town has historic landmarks, a can’t-miss museum, boutique shopping, art, and a classic roadside diner. It’s the perfect destination for a unique and relaxed day trip! Come find out why Rolling Fork is a Mississippi must-see.
Once you've made it into Rolling Fork your first destination should be the Visitor's Center and Museum. You'll be greeted with friendly faces who will be happy to tell you about all the local places to visit while in town.
Inside the Visitor's Center, you will also find a small but impressive museum. The exhibits focus on local historical events like Theodore Roosevelt's famous bear hunt. You'll also find a great exhibit on Rolling Fork native and musical genius, Muddy Waters.
A trip to Rolling Fork would not be complete without a stop at Mont Helena. Take a tour and learn about the tragic love story between Helen Johnstone and Henry Vick.
Rolling Fork is well known for its annual festival, the Great Delta Bear Affair. The event celebrates the town's connection to the famous Theodore Roosevelt bear hunt of 1902. People come from all over the Mississippi Delta for a bear-y good time! To commemorate each year's celebration, a local craftsman carves a large bear statue from a large log during the festival.
At the end of the Great Delta Bear Affair, the bear statue is placed on display at the Visitor's Center. The previous bear is moved to another destination in town. Have you seen all the bears of Rolling Fork?
Small towns always have the best boutique and it's always great to support local businesses! Check out Deep Delta Drugs and Green Apple Gifts for a wonderful selection of clothes, jewelry, decor, and gifts!
After a day full of activities, you'll want to grab a bite to eat before heading home. Chuck's Dairy Bar has been serving up American classics for over 50 years! Order the famous Chuck Burger that comes with chili and slaw on top.
Take a drive down Highway 61 and slow down to enjoy a day in charming Rolling Fork, Mississippi. It's truly a place where you can relive the good old days.
