Dentzel Carousel
Highland Park in Meridian is home to the only two-row non-jumping Dentzel Carousel still in existence. It has been nicely preserved and restored along with its original Carousel House and still operates to this day.
HYPE! Adventures
Jump, climb, race, and throw your way through 93,000 square feet of awesomeness! Axe throwing, kart racing, indoor climbing, and trampolines are just the start of this jam-packed adventure!
Local Artists
We are a community of artists with one thing in common: Meridian, Mississippi. We are artists, musicians, makers, and creatives.
Meridian Little Theatre
Meridian Little Theatre, one of the South's oldest subscription-based community theaters, was founded in 1932. It has since grown to be Mississippi's largest community theater, welcoming over 22,000 theatergoers each year.
Meridian Museum of Art
The museum seeks to promote and support the art, artists, and art programs of our area and region through art education, exhibitions, collections, collaborations with other organizations, special events, and community involvement.
Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience
"The MAX" showcases Mississippi's arts and entertainment legacy, honors our creative legends, and inspires tomorrow's artists.
Mississippi Children's Museum-Meridian
The museum's five exhibit galleries focus on health and nutrition, literacy, and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). It incorporates aspects of the cultural arts and East Mississippi heritage throughout.
Mississippi Industrial Heritage Museum
Come experience historic Soulé Steam Feed Works as the museum celebrates the 150th anniversary of America's Industrial Revolution.
MSU Riley Center
Located in the heart of historic downtown Meridian, the MSU Riley Center offers cultural, artistic, and educational experiences like no other in the region. The multifaceted center attracts 60,000+ visitors annually.
Temple Theatre
Opened in 1927, the Hamasa Shrine Temple Theater was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. The Temple continues to attract and provide a variety of quality, affordable live entertainment for Meridian’s cultural enrichment.
