Things to do in Oxford
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Ravine
About 3 miles outside the city, this unpretentious, cozily elegant restaurant nuzzles up to the forest. Chef Joel Miller picks and pulls much of the produce and herbs from his garden outside and buys locally and organically when he can. The result is simply wonderful food and a delicious experience. A BYOB rule was in place at the time of research, folks, but Ravine is negotiating its dry county's red tape. This lovely restaurant offers two B&B-style guest rooms above the restaurant and a cabin for those wanting a peaceful stay on Oxford's green fringes.
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Rowan Oak
Literary pilgrims head directly to Rowan Oak, the graceful 1840s home of William Faulkner, who authored so many brilliant and dense novels set in Mississippi, and whose work is celebrated in Oxford with an annual conference in July. Tours of Rowan Oak - where Faulkner lived from 1930 until he died in 1962 - are self-guided.
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Taylor Grocery
Be prepared to wait - and to tailgate in the parking lot - at this splendidly rusticated catfish haunt. You'll be glad you did. Get your cat fried or grilled, and bring a marker to sign your name on the wall. The joint is about 15 minutes' drive from downtown Oxford, south on Old Taylor Rd.
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Square Books
Square Books, one of America's great independent bookstores, is the epicenter of Oxford's lively literary scene and a frequent stop for traveling authors. There's a café and balcony upstairs, along with an immense section devoted to Faulkner.
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University of Mississippi Museum
University of Mississippi Museum houses fine arts, folk arts, a Confederate uniform and a plethora of science-related marvels, including a microscope and electromagnet from the 19th century.
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Lamar Park
For a serene stretch of the legs, head to Lamar Park just outside of town where you can get in a good jog or casual stroll by the manicured artificial lake.
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Bottletree Bakery
Saucer-sized, sweet, sticky cinnamon rolls are the source of this bakery's acclaim. But it also has sandwiches, espresso drinks, and 'humble pie.'
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Proud Larry's
On Oxford Sq, this iconic music venue hosts some of the bigger names passing through town.
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Rooster's Blues House
Also on the square, this is where you'll find that soulful crooning on the weekends.
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