The city of Greenwood, located on the eastern edge of the Mississippi Delta, is steeped in the region's history, from its prominent role in the birth of the blues to its place in the Civil Rights movement. But while there is an appeal to the abundance of museums, the Blues and Freedom trails and its place as a Bonafide Hollywood star, the people living in this city of about 13,000 appreciate the culture, sense of community and small-town feel. “You’re never gonna see a traffic jam. If you do see a traffic jam, I get a call,” says Mayor Carolyn McAdams. “If you want a low-key, still-active life, you can get that right here.”
Greenwood was founded by John Williams, who established a trading post on the Yazoo River in the early 19th century.
Downtown Greenwood is known for its historic brick roads, which add to the city's charm and character.
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Historic homes for less than the national
Homes in Greenwood are primarily single-family, with older models located closer to Grand Boulevard and north of the Yazoo River. “We have lots of historic housing that people like to buy, because it’s relatively inexpensive,” McAdams says. “A lot of people from all over have come here and bought these houses to renovate, and they end up living here because they like it so much.”
Ranch houses are popular, as well as cottages, bungalows and Cape Cods. Stately neoclassical homes line River Road. Baptist Town is a historically Black neighborhood east of downtown with similar small cottages and bungalows. The median home price is $125,000, less than one-third of the national median.
Nestled in a historic Greenwood neighborhood, this Greek Revival residence reflects the elegance and craftsmanship of a bygone era.
This Craftsman Bungalow in Greenwood highlights early 20th-century design with its low-pitched roof, wide eaves, and inviting front porch.
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Several markers along the Blues and Freedom Trails
Greenwood notes its deep history through the Museum of the Mississippi Delta, the Back in the Day Museum, and various statues and markers on the Mississippi Blues and Freedom trails. Legendary musician Robert Johnson died here and B.B. King got his first radio play here. The actor, Morgan Freeman, lived in the Baptist Town neighborhood. The Academy Award-nominated film The Help was filmed here. And, the only public statue commemorating Emmett Till was erected here in 2022, miles from where he died in 1955.
The Museum of the Mississippi Delta showcases the rich history, art, and culture of the Mississippi Delta region.
Robert Johnson recorded some of the most iconic Delta blues songs, including Cross Road Blues and Hellhound on My Trail.
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Downtown district features restaurant Fan and Johnny’s
Greenwood’s downtown district has several shops and small businesses, including contemporary Southern restaurant Fan and Johnny’s, owned and operated by James Beard Award semifinalist Taylor Bowen Ricketts. While The Alluvian Hotel is a popular stay option for visitors, locals enjoy participating in cooking classes at the Viking Cooking School, both owned by Viking Range. The manufacturer of kitchen appliances is headquartered in Greenwood and is one of the town’s largest employers. Manufacturing is the town’s biggest industry, and companies like Milwaukee Tool and Saylor Wheel have operations here.
Fan and Johnny’s is a popular restaurant in Greenwood, Mississippi, known for its unique take on Southern cuisine.
Viking Cooking School is a hands-on culinary experience owned by Viking Range, the renowned kitchen appliance manufacturer.
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Family Day in the Park; Bikes, Blues, and Bayous; and more events
Whittington Park is one of the town’s largest public green spaces and is the site of the Family Day in the Park festival. The Yazoo River Trail and Arboretum offer a walking path along the river with benches and recreational equipment along the way. Several events take place at the Arboretum and the adjacent Park Between the Bridges, like Que on the Yazoo and the Stars and Stripes celebration. The annual Bikes, Blues, and Bayous race starts and ends in Greenwood and averages 900 riders yearly.
Whittington Park provides a welcoming space for outdoor recreation in Greenwood, MS.
Although much of the park between the two bridges is under construction, it remains one of the main green spaces in Greenwood.
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Greenwood merges with surrounding county school district
Greenwood is served by the Greenwood-Leflore Consolidated School District, which was formed in 2019 after the merger of the city and Leflore County’s schools. The district has a C rating overall from Niche. About 4,000 students are enrolled in the district’s 13 schools and technical centers. Pillow Academy is the area’s largest private school, with a 58-acre campus and a Niche grade of B. Although the school began as a white school during segregation, it currently has a nondiscrimination policy in place.
Greenwood Middle School offers academic programs and extracurricular activities to support student development.
Greenwood-Leflore Consolidated School District was established in 2019 through the merger of two school districts.
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Amtrak route from Chicago to New Orleans passes through
U.S. Highways 49 and 82, and State Road 7 meet up in Greenwood. The city’s Amtrak station is on the City of New Orleans line, which terminates in Chicago. The nearest commercial airport is the Greenville Mid Delta Regional Airport, about 55 miles west. Greenwood Leflore Hospital is a mile east of downtown.
Hot, humid summers
Recent crime data for Greenwood is not available, but according to Niche, the town’s violent and property crime rates are higher than the national. The climate in the Mississippi Delta is notoriously hot and humid in the summer, with average highs in the low 90s, and short, mild winters.
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