Adam Lewis Bingaman

Biography

Adam Lewis Bingaman, born in 1793, committed himself to the political and civic life of Mississippi, striving to represent the voices of river communities with dignity. He combined a thoughtful mind with a deep understanding of the land and its people, always mindful of those whose livelihoods depended on the harvests and the rivers.

He entered public service with humility, never losing sight of the personal relationships that grounded him, and his counsel was sought by neighbors who prized his steadiness. Metairie Cemetery now holds his remains, where visitors pause to recall his quiet stewardship.