Situated on the Iowa-Mississippi border less than twenty miles southeast of Memphis, Tennessee lies Horn Lake, Mississippi. The area was originally inhabited by Native Americans such as Chickasaws before being settled around 1837 under its current name after nearby Horn Lake Creek. From then until 1861 when Mississippi seceded from the Union during the Civil War, settlers grew cotton plantations in this area which eventually gave rise to several distinct neighborhoods filled with unique architectures reflecting different cultures and time periods.
Today there are numerous landmarks throughout Horn Lake preserving its rich history. For example, McKee’s Chapel Cemetery is one of the oldest sites here where a variety of headstones dating back over 150 years can be found alongside other artifacts like old guns and tools showing what life was like for early settlers.
The town also has a few museums such as Beale Street Museum and Witherspoon Culture Center – both dedicated to preserving African American culture – plus historical societies that host events such as lectures or tours geared towards educating local citizens about their own heritage. In addition to all these cultural offerings, there are plenty of outdoor activities available too including fishing at nearby lakes or taking hikes through nature preserves like Desoto National Forest just outside town limits for some fresh air and exercise.