Hernando, MS

Explore the beautiful historic Hernando, MS, located in the heart of DeSoto County. One of the oldest cities in Mississippi, Hernando offers a town full of culture and history. Hernando, MS was named after the Spanish explorer, Hernando DeSoto, who discovered the Mississippi River. Paintings depicting his discovery can be found at the historic Hernando Courthouse.

If you're looking for shopping in Hernando, MS, start at the Hernando town square and work your way down Commerce Street, you’ll be tempted to linger—and yet you’ll also be pulled onward by the dazzling array of choices.  Everything from antiques to glassware, furniture to fashion, cards to collectibles.  Plus, one-of-a-kind pottery from local artists like Joseph Eckles and Jim Anderson, jewelry and much more.

The town of Hernando, MS offers the atmosphere of small town life that is full of charm. Although Hernando, MS is growing, the level of community involvement and pride along with their history gives them their uniqueness.

Please visit the Hernando Main Street/Chamber of Commerce.