About Helena

• Singer Conway Twitty, known for country and pop hits, was born in Helena.
• The 'King Biscuit Time' blues radio program originated from Helena in 1941.
• Strategic location on the Mississippi River fostered Helena's early growth as a port.
• Confederate General Patrick Cleburne is buried in Helena's Confederate Cemetery.
• The Great Mississippi Flood of 1927 devastated Helena and its surrounding areas.
• It's named after the daughter of founder Sylvanus Phillips and was founded in 1833.
• With about 9,500 residents, it's significantly smaller than its peak population.
• At 203 feet above sea level, Helena offers modest views of the Mississippi River.
• Agriculture, especially cotton and soybeans, remains a crucial industry in the area.
• A palpable sense of history and quiet resilience permeates the atmosphere.

Artists From Helena

Conway Twitty Robert Nighthawk

Roberta Martin

Joe Willie Wilkins

Bankroll Freddie

CeDell Davis

After the Fire Is Gone (with Loretta Lynn) by

Don’t Take It Away by

Hello Darlin’ by

It’s Only Make Believe by

I’d Love to Lay You Down by

Linda on My Mind by

That’s My Job by

Tight Fittin’ Jeans by

You’ve Never Been This Far Before by

Bankroll Freddie CeDell Davis Conway Twitty Joe Willie Wilkins Robert Nighthawk Roberta Martin Ackerman, MS Albany, GA Alexander City, AL Armorel, AR Atlanta, GA Auburn, AL Avalon, MS Baskin, LA Bastrop, LA Batesville, MS