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Jackson, Mississippi, hosted the 82nd National Folk Festival, the first of a three-year residency from 2025 to 2027.

The three-day event featured over 300 artists and brought large crowds to the city's downtown area.

Jackson was selected from 42 competing cities, becoming the first in Mississippi to host the festival.

The festival aims to culturally and economically revive its host cities, with the hope of establishing a lasting local festival.

The 82nd National Folk Festival, the first in a three-year Jackson residency, has come and gone. As the city woke up on Monday morning, the downtown streets still held evidence of the cheering crowds and live performances.

Jackson is the first city in Mississippi to serve as host. In total, the residency will include thr

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