2 PLACE IMAGINING THE FUTURE OF THE MAX This past year has been one of thoughtful planning and big-picture imagining as we shape The MAX of the future. Our focus has centered on education and arts integration, youth engagement, workforce development, artist services, and the creation of healthier communities. Along the way, we’ve also taken a close look at how we talk about The MAX—guided by feedback from you and other visitors. What’s become clear: The MAX is utterly unique. There’s no place like it, because there’s no place like Mississippi. Here, the magic and mojo of our state’s cultural legacy come to life. You can feel it in our interactive exhibits, see and hear it in our state-of-the-art creative studios, and witness it in the wide-eyed kids, discovering their roots, their heroes, and their own creative potential. Past, present, and future converge at The MAX, where we honor Mississippi’s creative icons, showcase today’s working artists, and nurture the next generation. The MAX has also evolved to be more than a traditional museum. Today, it’s a vibrant arts and cultural center that inspires Mississippi pride and transforms lives through authentic cultural experiences. More than 30,000 people participated in over 400 events here this past year, and we’re building on that momentum. In the months ahead, you’ll see exciting new programming, including America 250—a series of events that spotlight Mississippi’s outsized influence on American culture. From a conversation with the co-director of the school of the nation’s largest modern dance company to a reading from the imagined memoir of Jimmie Rodgers, a celebration of Jim Henson, and a new exhibition by a New York Times bestselling, nationally acclaimed graphic novelist with Marvel credentials, these programs underscore a simple truth: Mississippi’s story is America’s story. The Governor’s Recording Studio is also buzzing, with the March debut of Juke Joint Blues by Terrence Davis, recorded at The MAX, and spring break programs for students led by industry professionals, including hip-hop producer Twysted Genius. There’s much more to come. Explore what’s ahead, bring a friend, and be part of what’s happening. As remarkable as this building is, it’s the creativity inside that truly defines The MAX. See you soon, Penny Kemp President + CEO The MAX P.S. Not a member of The MAX, but like what you see and want to accelerate our efforts? Scan to become a member, upgrade your membership, or contribute today. You may also contact us at members@msarts.org or call 601.512.0193.
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