Small Town Mississippi Roots...Rich
American History
Newton, Mississippi...A Great
Small Town Tour
Newton strives to present groups
with a fun-filled day of interesting sites and great
food on its "Great Small Town Tour." Tour begins
promptly at 9:00 AM and lasts until 3:00 PM Tuesday–
Thursday.
A two week notice is required for
interested groups A minimum of 14 people is
required. Twenty or more is preferred. Cost is $15
per person with a 1/2 total amount deposit due two
weeks before the tour. Tour group furnishes
transportation. Newton will furnish needed guides.
A full lunch is included in the
price of the tour, including salad, meat, two
veggies, rolls, and dessert. An afternoon
snack will be available during tour; however, group
must furnish cost. Groups canceling members or
tour within 72 hours of visit will not receive a
refund.
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Secret Garden Art Studio
A working studio for area
residents—classes for children and
adults – built by Andy Armstrong for his
wife Dottie at their retirement as
Newton High teachers. Dottie is the
artist who was the force behind the
murals in Newton. Included in the tour
is the secret garden and the 100 year
old house filled with color and fun art
work.
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ROXY
Established in 1934, the Roxy served as
the local movie house until 1978.
Presently, it houses the Newton Theatre
Company and has been the site of
numerous productions, including the
Sound of Music
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Oklahoma! |
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Hidden Springs Arabians
This internationally known Arabian horse
farm, is nestled on rolling hills right
in the city limits of Newton. Walk
through the stables and see the horses
put through their paces in the big show
arena. Horses bred and trained here
continue to win acclaim in horse shows
everywhere.
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Newton Station Depot and Doolittle
Confederate Cemetery
Newton’s Civil War roots run deep. A
major Mississippi railroad stop on the
way from Meridian to Vicksburg, Union
General Benjamin Grierson’s raid on
Newton consisted of burning the original
depot and destroying the railroad
tracks. In 1863, over 1000 soldiers were
brought to Newton for medical attention:
100 died. Both sites are listed on the
National Register of Historical Places.
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McBeath's Drug Store
McBeath’s on North Main street was first
opened in 1922. Today, as a pharmacy
and gift shop, it still features a
working 1920’s soda fountain where
guests are treated to old-time malts,
milkshakes, and floats.
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La-Z-Boy South
La-Z-Boy South is a furniture
manufacturer, and Newton boasts of
having the largest facility in
Mississippi for the company as well as
three supply centers which are the only
ones in the country. A walking tour
through the plant will show each step in
making a La-Z-Boy chair. |
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ESCO
ESCO is a steel foundry and a major
recycler of scrap metal that produces
dragline buckets and teeth for large
earth moving equipment. Our visit is
both informative and entertaining.
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Lazy Acres Plantation
Outside of Newton, this Christmas Tree
Plantation has seasonal entertainment
for their guests. Hay rides, sled rides,
mazes of all kinds, pig races and many
other activities provide an enjoyable
time for all. Owners Michael and Cathy
May are continuing to expand their
activities and services to visitors.
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Nance Hill
Step back into time atop one of the
highest points in Newton County. This
early 1900 farm house is nestled among
moss laden oaks. It’s a peaceful place
to relax and watch the world go by. |
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Newton Presbyterian Church
The oldest church
building in Newton sits on a hill in
front of city hall . The church was
established in 1874 and the current
building was built in 1905-1906. |
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Downtown Murals and Colorful Buildings |
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On a driving tour of
our “Great Small Town”, you will
delight at the murals on colorful
downtown buildings. Enjoy seeing the
historic old homes which line the
streets. |
