New York Mississippi Picnic 2010

The New York Mississippi Picnic was started in 1979 as the brainchild of a handful of native Mississippians living in New York City. The group joined together to create an event to highlight Mississippi’s attributes and help change the perceptions others had about the state as well as New York City. The first picnic attracted some 500 individuals, and that number has steadily increased over the years; the 2010 picnic is expected to attract more than 2,000 picnic-goers! In addition to the picnic, the hard work of this group of individuals resulted in the creation of the New York Society for the Preservation of Mississippi. Heritage.

The day includes a plethora of food, competitions and varied musical guests. So bring a blanket, stock your picnic basket with your favorite southern treats, and prepare to kick back and "Celebrate Mississippi!"

Date:
Saturday, June 5, 2010

Time:
12:00 to 6:00 PM ET

Location:    
Central Park's East Meadow
97th Street and Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128
(212) NEW-YORK
www.nymspicnic.com          

Details:
There is no admission for the event, but donations for catfish lunches, tea, and soft drinks are gladly accepted and greatly appreciated. All proceeds from the New York Mississippi Picnic benefit the New York Society for the Preservation of Mississippi Heritage. Lunch plates are $10.00 and beverages are $1.00.