Year-round attractions and special events make life in New Albany not only fun, but informative. From historic buildings to festivals, you’ll find plenty to do and see.

Celebrated author William Faulkner’s birthplace is designated by a historic marker, and his life and work are commemorated in the collections of the Union County Heritage Museum, located near the actual birthplace.

South of New Albany, a marker commemorates the life of Ishtehotapah, the last king of the Chickasaw nation and a signer of the Treaty of Pontotoc Creek, which opened North Mississippi for settlement. In nearby Ingomar stands the largest Native American mound in North Mississippi - a silent testament to the ingenuity and perseverance of the region’s earliest residents.

Anchoring an entire block of the city’s business district is the Union County Courthouse complex. Built in 1909, the courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Nearby, the old City Hall bears a unique seal that recognizes the Chickasaw Indians who once inhabited the forests of present-day Union County.

Colorful Festivals and special events are also a part of New Albany and Union County’s attractions. The Tallahatchie RiverFest, the 4th of July Freedom Celebration, as well as the Union County Fair and Livestock Show provide great entertainment for both young and old.

In a throwback to bygone days, the New Albany Stockyards are home to regular livestock auctions.

Christmas is a special time for community get-togethers such as the city’s annual Christmas Parade. And if that’s not enough, New Albany is host to Holiday Street, a fall workshop that includes live demonstrations of food, decorating, and craft ideas for Christmas.