RHYTHM HERITAGE FOUNDATION INC

HATTIESBURG, MS

Rhythm Heritage Foundation Inc is a non-profit organization based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi that focuses on preserving and celebrating the rich history and cultural heritage of African American music and dance. The organization was established in 2011 and has since been dedicated to promoting the art forms of African American music and dance through various educational programs, workshops, and community events.

Through its initiatives, Rhythm Heritage Foundation Inc aims to educate and inspire people of all ages and backgrounds about the significance and beauty of African American music and dance. The organization's programs include dance classes, music lessons, lectures, and performances that showcase the diversity and richness of African American cultural expressions.

Rhythm Heritage Foundation Inc has a team of experienced and dedicated professionals who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and expertise with others. The organization also partners with other community organizations, schools, and institutions to expand its reach and impact.

Overall, Rhythm Heritage Foundation Inc is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about and experiencing the vibrant traditions of African American music and dance. Its commitment to preserving and promoting this cultural heritage helps to foster greater understanding and appreciation of the contributions of African Americans to American culture and society.

RHYTHM HERITAGE FOUNDATION INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HATTIESBURG MS. US MID #8402800238

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Half a VW at the Lucky Rabbit As I made my photo walk around Hattiesburg, I noticed this neat store, but it's only open on Saturdays and Sundays. I guess I'd called it a quirky antique store, but it's hard to say when you can only look on the outside. The half of a Volkswagen Beetle is certainly attention-getting.

Hattiesburg, MS Train Station The passenger and freight depot in Hattiesburg, MS was built by Southern Railroad in 1910. Today, it is still a stop for Amtrak. There is also a Steam Train on permanent display which you can see here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/2jnyr5T" rel="noreferrer nofollow">flic.kr/p/2jnyr5T</a>

Multiple Ghost Signs - Hattiesburg, MS This abandoned business is located along E. Pine St., where US11 travels east from downtown Hattiesburg.

Along the top is the name ouf the business, which includes Auto Machine Co. Along the front in green squares are the names of auto part manufacturers the mechanic used.

In all of this, I think I also see more than two layers of Royal Crown Cola ads.

Post Office - Hattiesburg, MS Thus US Post Office in Hattiesburg is part of the Hub City Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places:

U.S. Post Office, 115 West Pine St. Art Deco. One-story granite and limestone building, three-bay center section with setbacks, hard-edged low relief ornamentation surrounding entrance bays and along the roof edges. 1933-34.

Hattiesburg, MS Confederate Memorial located on the grounds of the Forrest County Courthouse in Hattiesburg

National Bank of Commerce - Hattiesburg, MS The rest of the building is long gone, but the front façade remains. At the top are dates of 1895 and 1907.

Lamar County Courthouse (New) - Purvis, MS For a modern courthouse, this one built in 1998 has better than average interestingness.

The Spike that Binds This sculpture is a life-sized man made entirely out of railroad spikes. It's located at the Hattiesburg, MS train station and was unveiled by artist Jason Kimes in 2010 as part of the stations centennial celebration.

Forrest County Courthouse - Hattiesburg, MS This courthouse is on the National Register of historic places as part of the Hub City Historic District. Here is the text from the nominating form:

Forrest County Courthouse, 628, 630 Main Street. Neo-Classical Revival. Three-story brick with stone trim, nine-by-nineteen-bay, raised basement, main entrance at second floor. Two-story balconied portico supported by Ionic columns. Stone trim at lintels, string courses, pilaster bases and capitals, at cornice. Two-story eight-bay brick enlargement (628 Main Street), stone sills and lintels, added at southeast corner and set back from street creating small park-like area with trees and shrubs. 1905, remodeled 1922.

Lamar County War Memorial - Purvis, MS This photo was actually taken on Memorial Day 2019, so the flags were at half staff. This is located on the grounds of the county courthouse.

Uploaded in honor of Veterans Day, 2020

100 Years of Illinois Central - Hattiesburg, MS 1851-1951 Mainline of Mid-America.

In 1951, IC placed one of these in every county they served. Often, but not always, the marker is placed at a prominent government building. This one is at the Hattiesburg, MS City Hall facing Front St. (US11). Forrest County is along the historic IC which today is an Amtrak route.

Contact RHYTHM HERITAGE FOUNDATION INC

RHYTHM HERITAGE FOUNDATION INC
PO BOX 18612
HATTIESBURG
MS
39404-8612

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MID #	8402800238
Name	RHYTHM HERITAGE FOUNDATION INC
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	640924052
NTEECC	A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	31.322459, -89.347859
CODES	FIPS State Code: 28 FIPS County Code: 073 US Census Tract: 020301 US Census Block: 2007