BRAXTON, MS
SCHEDULED EVENTS
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Braxton has its origins in the late nineteenth century, the community having formed around the medical.clinic and subsequent residence of Dr. E. L. Standifer, who moved his family from the Cato Community. When a post office was established, the community was named Braxton after the doctor's son, Ira Braxton Standifer. Dr. Standifer's house, spared by the Braxton Cyclone, still stands. At the turn of the century, the Gulf and Ship Island Railroad was built through the area. On December 19, 1901, the town was incorporated and chartered by Governor A. H. Longino. HMdb.org
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The Braxton Cyclone By 1921, Braxton was among the fastest growing rural areas in the state. Then, at 2:30 p.m., on April 26, 1921, a devastating tornado—the Braxton Cyclone—struck the community: the entire business district, both churches, the school house, the railroad station, and most homes were destroyed. On the heels of this disaster came the Great Depression. Today, in the Community Center, there is a museum room dedicated to the early days of Braxton and to the aftermath of the cyclone. HMdb.org
Braxton Celebrates the Bicentennial!
Saturday, May 18, 2024 Community Center and Park 10 AM -- Museum/Exhibits Open, Featuring the Braxton Cyclone 4 PM -- Let's eat! 4 PM - 6 PM - Music in the Park, by local and regional musicians. Mable Everett Memorial Park, Braxton, MS |
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