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Corinth, Mississippi

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Corinth, Mississippi

Where heritage and history meet downtown jewels

Perfectly nestled in the northeastern corner of Mississippi, Corinth is strategically positioned to attract visitors in search of Civil War history and Slugburgers. What guests don’t expect to find are all the hidden gems in this town where a railroad crossing became the cornerstone for a community thrust into the forefront of war.

Corinth’s heritage stems largely from Civil War battles including the Battle of Shiloh–one of the bloodiest battles within the Civil War fought just 25 miles up the road. Six months later, the Battle of Corinth was fought in October of 1862 and the once sparsely populated Corinth found itself bursting with soldiers and supplies thanks to the iconic railroad crossing. Today the Mississippi town sports a Civil War Interpretive Center that is a must-see BEFORE heading over to Shiloh National Military Park and Contraband Camp.

An authentic southern city, Corinth roots are strong with age-old businesses and non-faltering patriotism–a classy combination for sure! Over the past few years, however, Corinth’s downtown district has evolved with boutique shopping, a coffee shop, an art gallery, museums, upscale dining and other fun attractions to stand alongside favorites of yesteryear like the Coliseum, Jarnigan’s and Borroum’s Drug Store and Soda Fountain just to name a few.

Corinth is a place you’ll come for the history but stay for the romantic appeal of small town USA. Find out more at Corinth.net.

Fun Facts and Trivia

  • The county seat of Alcorn County, Corinth was originally founded as Cross City in 1854, paying tribute to the junction for the Mobile & Ohio and Memphis & Charleston railroads. The southern town was later renamed for the city in Greece with a crossroads story of its own.
  • A city known for Slugburgers, you might be thinking YUCK! Actually, the delicacy dates back to the Great Depression when ground beef was expensive and diners looked for creative ways to stretch their beef. They began mixing ground beef or pork with fillers such as soybeans and flour. Fried and topped with pickles, onions and mustard, Slugburgers sold for only five cents–a nickel. Back then nickels were commonly referred to as slugs, hence the name.
  • Hidden in the back of Lake Hill Motors is likely one of Corinth’s most interesting finds. Dwayne McLemore’s 30-year collection of motorcycles, dubbed the Bike Museum, displays bikes spanning the decades complete with fabulous stories! Check out everything from fully restored sand cast models to WWII German cycles and literally everything in between. And, every motorcycle in the museum RUNS!
  • The gardens of the Greek Revival style Verandah-Curlee House on historic Jackson Street make it the perfect venue for weddings and other events.
  • Some of the city’s best shopping is on Taylor Street where Sanctuary Antiques occupies an old church building. Selling antiques from furniture, chandeliers and other amazing gems–Lord only knows what you’ll find here!
  • Corinth has bottled Coca-Cola products for more than 100 years and has a unique museum chock-full of precious memorabilia that will resonate with Coke enthusiasts! From old fashioned coke machines to a soda fountain replica and a wonderful glass wall made from old Coke bottles.
  • Pickin’ on the Square is a weekly Bluegrass jammin’ session of sorts each Thursday evening on the Square. Rain or shine, come out for genuine musicians honing their skills while entertaining visitors and locals alike.
  • Borroum’s Drug Store and Soda Fountain established in 1865 is listed on the Historic Places to see in Mississippi and is THE place to get a famous Slugburger. With an old-fashioned soda fountain counter and a myriad of great menu options, vacationers as well as locals flock in for daily lunch and to reminisce about life in Corinth.

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