Carrollton Is The Most Overlooked Town In Mississippi

About halfway between Greenville and Starkville on Highway 82, you’ll find the charming town of Carrollton. Nestled in the hills overlooking the Delta, it exudes small town charm, but that’s not all it has to offer. The town is packed with beautiful historic homes, stately churches, and loads of history. Despite everything Carrollton has going on, it’s often overlooked as a destination but it definitely shouldn’t be, and here’s why.

Carrollton was first established in 1834. As of today, only about 200 people are lucky enough to call the picturesque town home.

A quintessential small town, Carrollton boasts a quaint downtown area brimming with shops and eateries.

Beyond delightful, it's the perfect place for some exploring...and window shopping.

Among the historic buildings that fill Carrollton is Merrill’s Store. Since being built in 1837, it has served as a store, bank, dry cleaners, furniture and coffin factory, and courtroom.

Today, it houses the Merrill Museum, which features artifacts relating to the history of Carrollton and Carroll County as well as the John Sidney McCain collection.

With 66 sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a visit to Carrollton is like stepping back in time.

Grace Episcopal Church (pictured below), which dates back to 1884, is just one of the many stunning churches that fill Carrollton.

Located in nearby North Carrollton, the historic J.Z. George Library is by far one of the most unique in the state.

The library is part of The Cotesworth Culture and Heritage Center.

Cotesworth is the former home of Senator J.Z. George, who was an author of the Mississippi Constitution of 1890. This historical document is on display in the home on the very desk he used when drafting it.

While in North Carrollton, you'll definitely want to stop by Dixie's Kozy Kitchen.

A local favorite, the restaurant is known for its authentic southern cooking, which includes mouthwatering barbecue.

The eatery also happens to be home to one of the best burgers in the state.

Every October, the town celebrates its history with the Carrollton Pilgrimage and Pioneer Day Festival.

The Carrollton Pilgrimage includes tours of historic homes, churches, and several other buildings, such as the courthouse, old jail, and Gee's Country Store.

One of the longest operating general stores in the state, Gee's is only opened during the annual pilgrimage. A stop at the store is sure to be a nostalgic one, as the shelves are still stocked with goods that were there the day it closed.

As charming as it sounds, the Pioneer Day Festival includes educational exhibits, arts and crafts, vendors, and live music.

Have you ever been to Carrollton? What are some other amazing towns in Mississippi that tend to get overlooked? We want to hear from you; share your thoughts in the comments section!

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The Most Criminally Overlooked Town In Mississippi And Why You Need To Visit

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