Churches and Other Historic Property in Osyka, Mississippi

Osyka, MS, is a wonderful town in Pike County just a stone's throw north of the Louisiana line.  It's imbued with a rich history dating back before the Civil War.  Here are some pictures I took on a recent trip to the town.

Osyka Presbyterian Church, est. 1856.

The former Catholic church, recently purchased by an individual.

Birdhouse at the old Catholic church.

Osyka Methodist Church.

Masonic Hall, built in 1867, said to be the oldest in the state.

Osyka Baptist Church, est. 1870.

The Lily Bird Lodge.  Read about it at http://www.lilybirdlodge.com/pages/about.php. (At the time of this post, this property is for sale.)

Osyka Veterans Park, dedicated Memorial Day, 2005. 

Osyka Veterans Park memorial bricks.

Osyka Veterans Park eagle.

Thank you for visiting this site.  I hope you will soon visit this wonderful Mississippi town and maybe even buy a house or land here!  Please let me know of any errors or omissions, and any ideas you may have for future blogs on interesting topics pertaining to this area.  Email tmorgan100@hotmail.com .