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Oxford City Overview

Oxford is the county seat of Lafayette County, Mississippi. It is the home of the University of Mississippi ("Ole Miss") and was the home of Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner.

Location and Climate

Oxford is located in northern Mississippi. It has a humid subtropical climate.

Best Time to Visit

Spring and fall are best. Football weekends (The Grove) are legendary.

Best Ways to Get Around

A car is convenient. The Oxford-University Transit provides bus service.

Top 5 Things to Do

  1. Visit Rowan Oak: Tour the historic home of William Faulkner.
  2. Explore the University of Mississippi: Walk the beautiful campus and visit The Grove.
  3. Visit the Oxford Square: Shop and dine in the historic downtown square.
  4. Visit the University of Mississippi Museum: See the art and historical collections.
  5. Attend a Game at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium: Experience SEC football.
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