Saturday, October 3 Hosted by award-winning comedians Rita Brent and Merc B. Williams with live performances by Ariel J. and DJ Sirato Get Tickets Today Celebrate Mississippi’s enduring
influence on entertainment
Saturday, September 5 8 am - Noon | Earth’s Bounty Farmers Market + Live Music
9 am-5 pm | Free admission to The MAX
10 am-11 am | Guided tour of John Jennings – Build Your World
11 am-1 pm | Art activities in upstairs classroom
Learn More Free First Saturday FREE ADMISSION ALL DAY
Discover the visionary storytelling of John Jennings, NYT bestselling, award-winning graphic novelist redefining comics. Learn More New Exhibition On View Now Saturday, October 17 12 pm-4:30 pm Learn More The Jackson Comics Experience January 28, 2027 Learn More Induction Ceremony Learn More Schools in Mississippi Power
service area tour for free.

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.

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Plan Your Visit

Centrally located on I-59 & 20, The MAX is situated in the heart of Meridian’s historic downtown.

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What's Inside

Walk amongst Mississippi legends and discover the inspiration behind their creativity at every turn.

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Learn

Learning takes center stage at The MAX, sparking curiosity and creativity for all ages.

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Upcoming Events

Entertaining, eccentric, educational, and inspirational events await visitors at The MAX.

Feeling Creative? Check out our upcoming Learn More Workshops + Classes Hall of Fame Rotunda Home to Mississippi's most influential artists Learn More

Membership? Join or Renew

Due to the threat of severe weather, The MAX will be closed Saturday, March 15. Stay safe.

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