This was a perfect spot to visit in Laurel to escape the heat and afternoon rain. I love to visit…read moretowns art museums to help get a better feel for the history of the area. There was street parking available next to the museum. The landscape was beautiful out front and well manicured. The staff in the building were lovely. We were greeted and provided maps. We received a good explanation of how to navigate the museum. We were here for about an hour. We wandered around taking in the beauty of the many different exhibits. I specifically liked the exhibit that showed an art piece and the artist interpretation of that in their own way.

Beautiful fine arts museum located in the heart of Laurel's downtown. A must visit if you are in…read morethe area for a while and appreciate fine arts.

I came because I had seen their Christmas event on social media and figured December would be…read morebetter to visit than in the summer time. When I arrived, next to no one was here customer wise. Parking was easy. Admission was reasonable. This place was super cute! And by the time I was ready to leave a few hours after arrival, a good amount of people had shown up. Everything was decorated beautifully. Well worth the drive and admission price.

I came here with my youngest two children for a field trip. I had been here in previous years with…read moremy older children. It was even better than I remembered it. There's so much preserved history here. The kids enjoyed the shooting arcade, biscuit tasting, the crazy house, the hay ride, feeding fish, and the gem find. The gift shop also had lots Of reasonably priced gifts. I can't wait to come back at Christmas.

Absolutely impressed with this museum. I can not believe how much fun we had at this place!…read more My teenager absolutely loved it! The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience (The MAX) is a museum that opened April 28, 2018 in Meridian, MS. The 50 million dollar museum highlights Mississippi artists and entertainers in every artistic discipline. From Elvis Presley's Tupelo, to B.B. King's Indianola, to Jimmy Buffet's Pascagoula, to Eudora Welty's Jackson, to Walter Anderson's Ocean Springs, it shines the spotlight on Mississippi's many contributions to the entertainment industry. The exhibits are organized around 6 themes: Land, Community, Home, Church, People + Places, and Global Community. There are 15 total permanent galleries of exhibits and 2 spaces for changing exhibits.

Guided tours, fantastic visiting exhibits, classes, classroom activities, etc. are outstanding…read more You won't find another experience like this one.

You will have to get a pass at the visitor center just outside of the gate in order to come in. It…read moreis a lovely museum that flows well from the Revolutionary War to Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. There is a Room of Honor to recognize those who have fallen. I would suggest taking a few hours as this is not something that should be rushed.

Beautiful exhibits. Nice area outside to walk around and look up close at the military vehicles…read moreand tanks and helicopters. Very informative display and relaxed atmosphere.

I'm always excited to take visitors to see this little unique museum. I won't put my little dogs…read morecollar on rainbow bridge because it's so full .. we love our animals. I love this ally museum

When in Hattiesburg, visit the Pocket Museum... you never know what you will discover! I was able…read moreto secure street parking close by. There seemed to be a community event that was wrapping up when I got there. Once you step foot on the street, start looking EVERYWHERE. You will discover things high and low and in between things. I enjoyed that local artisans can showcase their creations in such a unique way for all to see. Let's delve in to some favorites of mine. The mini Tesla charging up with Red Bull. The mini sloth on the wire. Fish in the bowl on pipes. I REALLY liked the leave one, take one concept. There is a box that opens where you will find Lego minifigs. You can bring your own and swap it out for a new one to take home with you. We spent about 45 minutes here going "hey look over here", "look further down", and "wow what a genius thought" to come up with some of these art pieces.

Really enjoyed our afternoon visit to this museum. Their…read morepermanent collection was well displayed and diverse. Oil paintings, fiber art, photography and multimedia were places thoughtfully in multiple first floor galleries. Beautiful landscaping and gardens in the back of the museum. Warning- The parking lot on the side of the museum is the back or utility side and is not well kept or attractive - but the museum is delightful.

I'm not sure what I was expecting when I first visited this museum, whatever it was it definitely…read moreexceeded those expectations. The museum was so great. Wonderful display of contemporary art in a spacious space, with much more room for more shows in my opinion. The staff was exceptional, knowledgeable, and helpful. This museum doesn't seem to get so much love, foot traffic was low. So please definitely check it out and show them some love. In addition, its a very COVID safe location to feel comfortable as you take in some art. It's a free museum, except for special exhibits, which is also a plus. This is street and lot parking in the vicinity so there shouldn't be much issues in that area. Great location for a solo outing or a date in my opinion.

This museum was a special treat while visiting Columbia and is a hidden gem! Mr. Webb was so…read moreknowledgeable and helpful, and the fossils, artifacts, animals, and information were awesome! You can call and set up a tour during the day. Highly recommend visiting and very reasonable admission price.

What a wonderful place. Quiet, serene, nature all around. Picnic areas. Pet frien…read moreThe price is perfect at $7pp. A walk through a beautiful area with information kiosks about the Badlands, petrified forest how it came to be. A museum and many items for purchase. Items from $ to $$$$$. There is something for everyone. We stayed at the adjoining campground. Can't go wrong with full hookups.

Amazing gem so close to Jackson! Enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere. Visiting from out of town…read more Great gem store too.

Ridiculous. Breastfeeding mom. Need water to stay hydrated. They say no outside food or drinks…read more Snacks on site. So I buy a water bottle from their vending machine and they run after me and tell me I'm not allowed to have the water I just bought. LOL. What a joke. Come if you don't mind standing at the front while your kids play since no water allowed except at front desk. Smdh. And no water fountain for the kids. It's 100 degrees outside and no water allowed... as they are charting in ice and alcohol for an event. This place would've been great but their priorities are out of whack.

One of our favorite children's museums excellent event planning always clean personnel superiorread more

I absolutely love small museums. This is at the top of my favorites for museums. I was expecting…read moresomething small, a side note. It flows like the actual timeline, beginning from before the Revolutionary War to current day, and actually highlights local Veterans, as close to their voice as possible, AND points out women who broke barriers, to include dressing as a man to participate in the Civil War. It was quite a moving experience. I would highly recommend to anyone in the area. Or as a special trip.

History is so important and beautiful especially when it is captured showing honor & excellence…read more During my first visit to the state of Mississippi, I found myself doing what I do in all cities I visit, touring a museum. This time was no different when in Hattiesburg, visiting the African American (AA) Military Museum. This museum showcased the many contributions throughout military history by AA. One of my favorite displays was about Ruth Bailey Earl, one of Hattiesburg's native daughters. An accomplished nurse who served in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, as well as Cleveland Medical Center and Forrest General Hospital. The building is a decommissioned USO turned museum. What an inspiration and wealth of information learned from the Magnolia state. Moreover, I felt proud to witness the significant beneficence of many local and national AA in uniformed service. I thoroughly enjoyed each fact, photo, audio and relics showcased in all of the displays throughout the museum. It was evident that many families contributed cherished mementos to have this museum tell a story of patriotism. I would highly recommend a visit to this museum as it holds a piece of history that is important, impressive and honors those who did and did not always get their flowers when they gave selflessly of themselves while defending the country.