Events

On Display Now: John Jennings – Build Your World

Step inside the imagination of award-winning graphic novelist John Jennings, and see where Mississippi mythology, ancestral spirits, and visionary science fiction come to life. John Jennings: Build Your World, an immersive new experience at The MAX in downtown Meridian, showcases the extraordinary work of this groundbreaking Afrofuturist from Flora, Mississippi—a New York Times bestselling graphic […]

29 Sep

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Stained Glass Class with BJ Hatten

Learn the art of stained glass in this four-week class with instructor BJ Hatten. Perfect for beginners and intermediate artists alike, this hands-on workshop will guide you through cutting, shaping, and assembling colorful glass using copper foil to create your own stained glass piece. Whether you’re trying stained glass for the first time or building […]

30 Sep

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Marvel’s Behind the Mask Film Screening + Q&A with John Jennings

Join us at The MAX for a special screening of Marvel’s Behind the Mask, featuring John Jennings, and presented in partnership with the Mississippi Film Society. Explore the evolution of heroes and representation through the lens of Marvel history. The evening kicks off with a statewide filmmaker meetup hosted by Film Mississippi, offering local film […]

01 Oct

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

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Earth’s Bounty – Free First Saturday

Shop fresh produce and enjoy live music at Earth’s Bounty, plus explore The MAX with free admission all day. Schedule of events: 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 by the artist 11 […]

03 Oct

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Wheel Thrown Ceramics for Beginners with Tom Carmichael

Discover the fundamentals of wheel throwing with artist Tom Carmichael in this four-week ceramics class designed for beginners. Learn essential techniques while building confidence at the wheel in a fun, hands-on studio experience. Classes are held on Saturdays (October 3-October 24). Open to ages 16+ with limited seating in studio. All supplies provided. Event Cost: […]

03 Oct

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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John Jennings: Build Your World Guided Tour with John Jennings

Curious about our temporary exhibition, John Jennings: Build Your World? Join Jennings, a Mississippi native and bestselling, award-winning graphic novelist, for a guided tour to learn more about his projects and the processes he uses to build new worlds. This guided tour is hosted during Free First Saturdays, where admission to The MAX is free […]

03 Oct

10:00 am - 11:00 am

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BET Raised Us: From Mississippi to the World

Buy Dinner + Event Tix Buy Event Tix Only The MAX is rolling out the red carpet for a high-energy, after-hours dance party celebrating Mississippi’s enduring influence on Black entertainment and culture. Inspired by the energy and glamour of The BET Awards, BET Raised Us: From Mississippi to the World will be hosted by award-winning […]

03 Oct

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Comic Commons

Bring your projects or ideas to our monthly, open-door gathering for comic lovers of all kinds—or come to read, connect, and create in a welcoming, shared studio space. Join us every second Saturday of the month.

10 Oct

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

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The Jackson Comics Experience

Step into the colorful and deeply rooted world of Mississippi comics for a day of storytelling, creativity, and connection. Join artists from Jackson Comics for conversations about the legends and stories that shape our state, hands-on workshops where you can create stories of your own, the launch of Mississippi Macabre #2, and the opening of […]

17 Oct

12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

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A Conversation with Laura Kittrell

Join us for a conversation with Mississippi native Laura Kittrell, the creator and co-showrunner of the Amazon Prime series Elle—a prequel to the Legally Blonde film series that was recently renewed for a second season. Hear Kittrell share her journey from growing up in Meridian to building a dynamic career in television, including bringing a […]

22 Oct

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Writer’s Meeting and Workshop

Whether you’re a songwriter, poet, or author, join us for an inspiring Saturday afternoon of writing, sharing ideas, and connecting with fellow creatives. A partnership between the Mississippi Writer’s Guild and Mississippi Songwriter’s Alliance, this free event happens on the last Saturday of each month (March-October).

31 Oct

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Earth’s Bounty – Free First Saturday

Shop fresh produce and enjoy live music at the final Earth’s Bounty of the season, plus explore The MAX with free admission all day. Schedule of events: 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 […]

07 Nov

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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