Mississippi author Unita Blackwell will be reading from her new book Barefootin' recently released from Crown Publishers. She and coauthor JoAnne Prichard Morris will be signing copies of the book at the Attic Gallery on Friday, August 4 starting at 4:30 PM followed by readings downstairs in the Attic's new Highway 61 Coffeehouse. From the publisher: From Sharecropper to Civil Rights Activist, First Woman Black Mayor in Mississippi to Kennedy Institute Fellow, Unita Blackwell Offers An Inspirational Memoir and Guide To Living A Full Life Barefootin’ Life Lessons from the Road to Freedom By Unita Blackwell with JoAnne Prichard Morris “Engrossing…Distinguished by her vision and courage, Blackwell’s autobiography is a moving spiritual guide as well as a valuable historical document.” — Publishers Weekly “Barefootin’ is a vibrant, inspirational memoir from a woman of extraordinary courage, commitment, and creativity. This book is required reading for all tho

Join us Friday, July 14 until 8:30 PM We’re staying open late so you can 1. See new work by Kennith Humphrey Ellen Langford Kathy Gergo 2. Get a preview of our new project: The Highway 61 Coffeehouse (live music by Lee H. Abraham) 3. Visit our new neighbor: H.C. Porter Gallery & Studio The Attic Gallery is fast approaching our 35th anniversaryb in downtown Vicksburg, and it’s very exciting to see the extremely talented Chris Porter move her operation from Jackson to join us here on Washington Street. The Highway 61 Coffeehouse has been tucked away in the corner of our minds for a long time, and apparently its time is now. Join us downtown for a fun evening...

Here's three recent paintings by Clarksdale artist, W. Earl Robinson. "Porch Sittin'" is 9 3/4" x 10" and sells for $350 "Just Waitin'" is 30" x 14" and priced at $1500 And "Cookin'" is 22 1/4" x 9 1/2" and priced $650