Big Black Creek Historical Association

10/12/2026

Mark your calendars. This event is going to be very special!! Sharing the history of several folks from around Denmark.

10/08/2026

09/01/2026

On the 1st of September:

1862- A story in the Memphis Daily Appeal, published on the 18th, told the Union account of a battle which had taken place in Madison County on the 1st. It took place about 2 miles from Denmark, and 11 miles from Estanola, on the Hatchie River. Union troops were on their march to Medon Station, on the Bolivar Road, to reinforce the gallant boys of the 45th Illinois, who had been attacked by a large body of Rebels, said to be 5,000 strong. To shorten the march, the troops had left the main road, and were cutting through what was known to them as Britton's Lane, when they were attacked. The advance cavalry kept up a gallant skirmish until the infantry troops and two pieces of artillery arrived. In front of them were cornfields, swarming with Rebels preparing for a charge. The writer said that the ground fairly trembled under their charge, but they were driven back by the Illinois troops. The Rebels then tried to get into their rear, but because of the heavy cloud of dust could not tell that the Union troops had reversed their direction and were prepared for that charge as well. After this second volley, "saddles were emptied in rapid succession, and the rebels skedaddled in double quick." The entire fight lasted about 4 hours, and left 111 dead Rebels on the field, though no Union casualty numbers were given.

Originally published by Ricky Long on his “Today in Madison County History” page.

05/02/2026

Special thanks to all who came to support the Big black creek today! What a blessing! We were able to feed and share with around 200 people. Elizabeth, you are a wonderful leader. You had everything taken care of. All you board members were such a great work force. You worked so hard and have earned a good evenings rest. Thank the Lord for blessing us with Good weather and a blessed fellowship.

04/24/2026

The Denmark Presbyterian Church is a treasure. Built in 1854. It is on the National Historic Register. It is a beautiful piece of history in Madison County. In 2012, the building was in serious disrepair.A grant from the State of Tennessee provided the funding to repair damage to the foundation and structure.However there wasn't enough money to repair/replace windows. We have replaced 4 at this point but need more funding for windows and siding. The Big Black Creek Historical Association is a 501C3 with a volunteer group as leaders. We are having a Fish Fry May 2 11-2 at the Mercer Fire Department. It promises to be a great day of fellowship with neighbors and friends plus some good food. Please get your tickets ASAP using the Qr code , at Papa Daddy's ,or email [email protected]. We appreciate your help to preserve this historic site and others.

04/22/2026

Please note! Correction.Tickets for the fish fry are not on sale at the local Co-op. We apoligize for any confusion here!!

04/22/2026

Please get your fish fry tickets this week so we will have enough to feed everybody, thank you!!

04/22/2026

??? Have you purchased tickets for the Fish Fry!! May 2!!! at Mercer!!Time is running out. We appreciate your support for the Big Black Creek Historical Association. We are working to make enough money to replace windows and siding on our beautiful Historic Denmark Presbyterian Church. This church was built in the 1850's and has a very interesting and rich history. Thank you for helping!!