Welcome to the Online Home of the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood Association.
Upcoming Events
50th Annual Victorian Candlelit Christmas (Dec. 12 & 13)
50th Annual Victorian Candlelit Christmas (Dec. 12 & 13)
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Learn the History Behind the Historic Neighborhood.
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Where is the Historic Neighborhood?
The Historic Neighborhood is a 23-block area in the heart of downtown Hattiesburg.
What makes it so special?
The Historic Neighborhood as a whole is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Some of our homes are more than 140 years old.
What does the Neighborhood Association do?
The Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood Association, or HHNA, is the governing body of the Historic Neighborhood. It is led by an elected Board of Directors. Those directors are volunteers who manage the Association budget, coordinates neighborhood events, and advocate for the Neighborhood to local and state governments.
The mission of HHNA is:
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To discover, purchase, commission, or otherwise procure, publish, and in any way preserve writings, newspapers, blueprints, maps, photos, journals, etc., which shed light on the history and architecture of Hattiesburg.
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To research, discover, procure, purchase, restore, and assure the preservation of buildings, land, homes, or other articles which may relate to the history and architecture of Hattiesburg.
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To establish and maintain historic homes, buildings, or exhibits, and land leased or owned by HHNA.
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To hold meetings and other activities for the instruction and information of members of the public.
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To accept donations of money, real property, or other property for the above purposes.
What is the Walthall Foundation?
The Walthall Foundation is the charitable foundation for the Historic Neighborhood. It is governed by a separate Board of Directors and holds in trust money to improve the Neighborhood, including Walthall Park, the Walthall Community Room on Court Street, and other assets.
Which events does the Historic Neighborhood host?
Each year, we host the hugely popular Downtown Crawfish Jam Music Festival as well as the Victorian Candlelight Christmas festivities.
Resident Resources
Annual Dues
The work of the Historic Neighborhood Association is supported solely by events and resident dues. Annual dues are $35 per household. You may pay them online here.
Historic Preservation
Many construction or renovation projects within the Historic Neighborhood must first be approved by the city’s Historic Conservation Commission. Please see their website to get on the agenda or to review past meeting minutes.
Debris, Garbage & Recycling Pickup
Household garbage pickup is on Tuesdays. Recycling pickup is on Thursdays, along with yard debris pickup.
Historical Marker Signs
If you’re interested in a historical marker sign for your property, please email the Board of Directors. The Board sells the signposts ($40), and Hub City Signs First sells the actual sign ($45).
Voting in Association Business
Each active member of the Association may vote in any Association business during the Annual Meeting, which takes place in January. More information about the meeting will be posted soon.
City Action Line
The Action Line can help you with requests for city services.
Call Before You Dig
Mississippi law requires an underground locate for digging beyond a certain point. Check the requirements here or call 811 to request a locate.
Walthall Community Room Rentals
The Walthall Community Room on Court Street is newly remodeled and open for rentals. Please read more on how you can reserve it here.
A Video from Years Past
Our Neighborhood has evolved so much in so little time — but yet, the charm and character of it remain the same. Take a look at a past video to understand the historical significance of our little place in the world.
