Chickasaw County

Chickasaw County is an administrative county in northeastern Mississippi with two county seats, Houston and Okolona, each serving different parts of the region. The area contains rural communities and smaller towns that form the backbone of local life.

The county was established in 1836 after the U.S. received territory from the Chickasaw Nation through a series of land cessions. The name preserves the memory of the indigenous people who originally inhabited this region.

Houston and Okolona each serve as community centers where visitors can experience the local way of life and see how residents connect with their shared heritage. The two towns reflect different paces and rhythms of life in this part of Mississippi.

Two county administrative offices are located in Houston at Pinson Square and in Okolona on West Main Street, where visitors can find information and directions. Both towns are easily accessible by car and serve as good reference points for exploring the wider region.

The region produced influential musicians such as blues artist Bukka White and singer-songwriter Bobbie Gentry, both of whom left their mark on American music. This local connection to blues and singer-songwriter traditions remains a notable part of the area's identity.

Location: Mississippi

Inception: 1836

Capital city: Houston

Shares border with: Pontotoc County, Lee County, Monroe County, Clay County, Webster County, Calhoun County

Website: http://chickasawcoms.com

GPS coordinates: 33.92000,-88.95000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:03