In this episode of Reflecting Mississippi, we speak with Katie Blount, longtime director of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, about her work preserving and sharing the state’s history. After more than three decades with MDAH—including ten years as director—Blount reflects on the agency’s role in protecting historic records, landmarks, and artifacts that help tell Mississippi’s story.
The conversation also highlights key moments during her leadership, including the opening of the Two Mississippi Museums and the ongoing effort to present Mississippi’s history with honesty and depth. As she prepares for retirement, Blount also reflects on receiving the Cora Norman Award from the Mississippi Humanities Council, recognizing her contributions to public history and the humanities in Mississippi.
Through her perspective, this episode explores how archives, museums, and historic places help connect communities to the stories that continue to shape the state today.
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