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It’s no secret that Mississippi is a treasure trove of artistic talent. From giving birth to the Delta blues to launching the career of Elvis Presley, the state has left an undeniable mark on American culture. But tucked among the towering trees along the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway is a state-of-the-art center celebrating another side of Mississippi’s creative legacy. This Ridgeland institution turns the spotlight from Mississippi’s iconic music scene to its equally rich tradition of handcrafted art.
At the William Lowe “Bill” Waller Craft Center, generations of artisans keep the state’s rich heritage alive through pottery, basketry, quilting, woodcarving, and other time-honored crafts that are every bit as essential to Mississippi’s cultural identity…