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Week of Events
Exhibit Opening: William Dunlap presents The Saga of Red Eye the Rooster
Painter and writer William Dunlap presents The Saga of Red Eye the Rooster, an exhibition and book featuring the work of O.W. “Pappy” Kitchens. Mississippi’s own self-taught folk artist, Kitchens began painting at age 68, inspired by the oral tradition of parable and storytelling he grew-up with. The exhibit follows Red Eye’s life from foundling …
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Deliberately Distorted: The Pottery of George E. Ohr
Join us as we celebrate the eccentric genius of George E. Ohr the “Mad Potter of Biloxi.” Ohr’s work is unique in that his techniques, homemade glazes, and the shapes and forms he created pushed the art of ceramics to new limits. Deliberately Distorted features over 40 never seen before pottery pieces. Free with museum …
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Premiere: The 2020 MAX Hall of Fame Induction Video
On September 3, The MAX inducted five artists into the The MAX Hall of Fame in a COVID-19-restricted private ceremony hosted by Country Music Hall of Fame legend Marty Stuart. Musicians Bo Diddley, John Lee Hooker, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Tammy Wynette, and writer Margaret Walker were honored at the event that featured live entertainment, …
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First Saturday: Christmas in Paradise
First Saturday: Christmas in Paradise
Think Jimmy Buffett. With a margarita. And a cheeseburger. We'll have Karaoke in the Courtyard, Make + Take workshops, a Tiki Bar with burgers, chips, margaritas, sodas, and more. The first 100 visitors will receive a ticket for a free cheeseburger and a bag of chips. Enjoy free popcorn and lemonade all day, and take …
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Karaoke at The MAX
Karaoke at The MAX
Stop by The MAX Courtyard and perform your best Jimmy Buffett classic or your favorite Christmas song at The MAX’s first karaoke experience.
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POSTPONED Illustrated Talk + Book Signing with William Dunlap
POSTPONED Illustrated Talk + Book Signing with William Dunlap
Join us for a presentation on The Saga of Red Eye the Rooster, an exhibit currently on display at The MAX. Illustrated by folk artist O.W. “Pappy” Kitchens and written by author and painter William Dunlap (both Mississippians), copies of Red Eye are available for purchase in The MAX Store. Registration required.