The Mississippi Arts Commission and arts advocates from across the state converged on the State Capitol on Tuesday, March 22nd for a day of arts and advocacy! The beautiful building was filled that day with "all things art!"

The Mississippi State Capitol

Members of MAC Board of Commissioners greeting Senator John Horhn (center).

MAC Commissioner, Stephanie Punches of Natchez, with Senator David Blount.

MAC Executive Director, Malcolm White greets Rev. H.D. Dennis of Margaret's Grocery fame.

Ben Peyton (left) and friend entertained the crowd with some down-home blues!

Artist Bill Wilson takes the opportunity to create some of his fabulous art!

A little (root) beer and barbecue (chips)!!!

Malcolm White discusses the proclamation for Reverend Dennis.

Left to right: MAC's Heritage Director, Mary Margaret Miller, Suzi Altman, and Leslie Silver.

Artist Wyatt Waters creating one of his amazing watercolors in the Capitol.
The group of Margaret's Grocery supporters from Vicksburg there to cheer on Reverend Dennis.

Kristen Dupard of Ridgeland High School , 2011 Poetry Out Loud winner, recited a poem to lawmakers.

A creative presence at the Capitol!
Photos by James Patterson
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