Road trips are an excellent way to see our great country. It can be tempting to put the pedal to the metal and arrive at your destination in the least amount of time possible. But if you take an unexpected exit and visit a few roadside attractions along the way, you’ll discover there’s more to your trip than getting from point “A” to point “B.” For example, in the northwest corner of Mississippi, you’ll find Corinth, a small town with a lot of history. Stop at these three roadside attractions in Corinth, Mississippi, next time you’re headed that way.
Corinth was originally dubbed Cross City in 1853.
Matan L./Google Two rail lines intersect in the middle of town, making it an important transportation hub. During the Civil War, the “Crossroads of the South” saw heavy fighting as the Union and Confederate armies fought to control the rails.
Visit the Crossroads Museum to learn about the history of the rail lines and the City of Corinth.
Josh Yarbrough/Google While this museum is a total train lovers delight, you’ll also learn about Corinth by viewing artifacts from the city’s cultural and industrial history. Crossroads Museum, 221 N Fillmore St, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
The Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center is much more than a roadside attraction. It’s a must-see if you are driving through this part of the state.
Paul Martin/Google The comprehensive museum is free, but even stopping to see the outdoor exhibits is a moving experience if you are short on time. The Stream of American History is a memorial depicting the birth of our nation and the battles of the Civil War. Corinth Interpretive Center, 501 W Linden St, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
Inside the museum, you’ll learn about Civil War history relevant to the area.
Lanie Yarbro/Google The museum offers three films, including one about the “contraband” camp in Corinth, where blacks who were fleeing the southern plantations sought Union protection.
Lastly, take a quick peek inside Lake Hill Motors and Marine.
Buddy Furniss/Google This dealership is home to a small motorcycle museum featuring two-wheeled machines of every vintage. Lake Hill Motors & Marine, 2003 US-72, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
You won’t find museum-style displays here, just bike after bike, all lovingly restored and in working order.
Buddy Furniss/Google If you’re lucky, you’ll have the chance to chat with the store’s owner about his amazing collection.
Next time you hit the road, schedule a little extra time to stop in the tiny towns of America and visit their roadside attractions. You’ll be glad you did!
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Two rail lines intersect in the middle of town, making it an important transportation hub. During the Civil War, the “Crossroads of the South” saw heavy fighting as the Union and Confederate armies fought to control the rails.
Josh Yarbrough/Google
While this museum is a total train lovers delight, you’ll also learn about Corinth by viewing artifacts from the city’s cultural and industrial history.
Crossroads Museum, 221 N Fillmore St, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
Paul Martin/Google
The comprehensive museum is free, but even stopping to see the outdoor exhibits is a moving experience if you are short on time. The Stream of American History is a memorial depicting the birth of our nation and the battles of the Civil War.
Corinth Interpretive Center, 501 W Linden St, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
Lanie Yarbro/Google
The museum offers three films, including one about the “contraband” camp in Corinth, where blacks who were fleeing the southern plantations sought Union protection.
Buddy Furniss/Google
This dealership is home to a small motorcycle museum featuring two-wheeled machines of every vintage.
Lake Hill Motors & Marine, 2003 US-72, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
If you’re lucky, you’ll have the chance to chat with the store’s owner about his amazing collection.
Have you visited any of these worthwhile roadside attractions in Corinth? Let us know if we missed your favorite so we can stop by on our next trip through.
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