Eudora Welty was an accomplished American writer and photographer.

During the 1930s, she was employed by the Works Progress Administration (WPA).

The WPA was a significant government program during the Great Depression that aimed to provide employment and support various artistic and cultural projects.

Welty's task was to create a photo-documentary of Mississippi people and places during that difficult era.

Her collection consists of 100 black and white photographs that were carefully culled from the extensive body of work she produced.

These photographs offer a unique and poignant glimpse into the lives and experiences of the people of Mississippi during the Great Depression.

They capture the hardships, the hopes, and the resilience of the individuals and communities.

Welty's work not only serves as a historical record but also as a powerful artistic expression.

Her photographs have the ability to transport viewers back in time and allow them to understand and empathize with the people who lived through that challenging period.

Today, her collection remains an important and valuable contribution to the field of photography and American history.