B.B. King’s nickname, “B.B.” is short for Blues Boy, part of the name he used as a Memphis disc jockey, the Beale Street Blues Boy.
When it comes to arts and entertainment, Mississippi is a land of legends.
And that gave us an idea.
What if we told all their stories together in one place? What if we could showcase the overwhelming impact of Mississippi's creative legacy to locals and visitors alike? What if we help ignite creativity in the artists of the future?
Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience – The MAX, as we call it – showcases Mississippi's global legacy in every area of the arts, honors Mississippi's legends in arts and entertainment, and inspires tomorrow's artists through exhibitions, performances, classes, and events.
Blues Series: Ra’Shad the Blues Kid
August 26 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Maxie welcomes Ra’Shad the Blues Kid back to The MAX Blues Series. A guitarist and vocalist, Ra’Shad performs an eclectic…
WineDown: Chardonnay
September 1 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
For the September WineDown, the varietal of choice is America’s favorite white wine, Chardonnay. Rules of the Game: Put together…
1st Saturday: The Art of Reading
September 3 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mississippi is famous for a plethora of writers —Faulkner, Welty, Grisham, to name just a few. Learn about these authors…
1st Saturday: Book Sale + Signing
September 3 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Need something new to read? Check out our “The Art of Reading” 1st Saturday book sale. These Mississippi authors will…
Graphic Novel-Con with Chuck Galey
September 3 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bring your young artist to The MAX for Chuck Galey’s Graphic Novel-Con workshop! Chuck is an accomplished children’s book writer…
MAXCreates: Yarn Art
September 6 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Develop friendships, explore new art forms, and learn more about Mississippi artists at these workshops for youth ages 10–15. In…