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August 2025

Earth’s Bounty at The MAX

Every first Saturday of the month enjoy Free admission, live music, local vendors, and a classroom activity. Schedule of events: 8 am-Noon: Earth’s Bounty Farmers Market + Live Music 9 am-5 pm: Free admission to The MAX 9 am-11 pm: Sam Clark Sculpture Demo 11 am-1 pm: Art activities in upstairs classroom 1-3 pm: Sean […]
02 Aug
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Sam Clark Sculpture Demo

Come out to The MAX for Earth’s Bounty, and check out Mississippi sculptor, Sam Clark. A native of Louisville, Clark’s sculpture evokes childlike wonder. He will be coming back to The MAX for a two-session introductory sculpture class, Saturday September 20 and 27. Registration link to come.
02 Aug
9:00 am - 11:00 am
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Sean Starwars Printmaking Demo

Stick around The MAX after Earth’s Bounty for a printmaking demonstration by outlaw printmaker Sean Starwars upstairs in the exhibits, in celebration of our new printmaking interactive. Sean is a fulltime artist living in Laurel who holds an MFA in printmaking from LSU and has been making woodcuts for nearly 35 years. His work can […]
02 Aug
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Open Studio: Ceramics at The MAX

Take advantage of our Yates Construction 3D Studio, state of the art pottery wheels, and other supplies and equipment each Tuesday and Thursday in August, from 10am-1pm. All skill levels and abilities are welcome to participate (Ages 18+). Limited seating in studio. No instruction provided. Register here.
05 Aug
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Open Studio: Stained Glass

Take advantage of our Trustmark 2D Studio and practice your stained glass techniques on Tuesdays and Thursday in August, from 2-4 pm. These open studio sessions are ideal for those who are enrolled or have completed a stained glass class. All ages welcome. Limited seating in studio. No instruction or supplies provided. Event Cost: $45 […]
05 Aug
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Cecelia Moseley: Remnants of Language Artist-Guided Tour

As part of opening day for Cecelia Moseley: Remnants of Language, come hear from the artist herself.  Cecelia will offer a guided tour of the exhibition, discuss her inspirations and process–all in conversation with visitors.  3 pm – Guided artist tour 4-6 pm – Member opening reception with bites and jazz by Rodrick Fox & […]
23 Aug
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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The Nuts and Bolts of Metal Sculpture with Kyle DeLong

In this workshop, Mississippi artist Kyle DeLong will teach the basics of welding metal forms. Using a MIG welder and everyday objects, participants will complete a simple sculpture out of found objects. No experience necessary | Ages 16+ | Supplies provided Event Cost: $25 Members | $30 Non-Members Register here. Sponsored by Southeast Ace Hardware.
30 Aug
9:00 am - 11:30 am
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Writer’s Meeting and Workshop

Mississippi Writer’s Guild and Mississippi Songwriter’s Alliance partner together for Writer’s meeting and workshop at The MAX. Whether songwriter, poet, author, all writers are welcome. This is a time for writers to network and write together and have break out sessions. Every writer is welcome to participate because we inspire each other. This free event […]
30 Aug
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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September 2025

Sip & Shop Downtown Meridian

Enjoy a night of sips and savings at Sip & Shop! The MAX will be open with extended museum hours and a store promotion. Check out our changing exhibit, Cecelia Moseley: Remnants of Language, and try your hand at our art interactives upstairs. Your $20 ticket includes a glass for wine, mocktails, bourbon, or ales, […]
04 Sep
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Earth’s Bounty at The MAX

Every first Saturday of the month enjoy Free admission, live music, local vendors, and a classroom activity. Schedule of events: 8 am-Noon: Earth’s Bounty Farmers Market + Live Music 9 am-5 pm: Free admission to The MAX 11 am-1 pm: Art activities in upstairs classroom For more information about Earth’s Bounty and to access vendor […]
06 Sep
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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NightMarket

The MAX and Earth’s Bounty invite you to NightMarket. Stop by The MAX for great food and drink, artists, artisans, farm vendors, food trucks, children’s activities, live music, and more. Free and open to the public.
09 Sep
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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