Local Spotlight: The MAX
One of the charms of arts and entertainment is the stories that are told. Each member of this community of performers and creators is unique. In Mississippi, there is a place where you can find local legends and their stories.
The MAX, or Mississippi’s Arts + Entertainment Experience, is the place to go to see these stories unfold. You can learn more about the local legends, relive their memorable performances, and be educated and entertained while interacting with unique exhibits.
Learn more about the history of The MAX and what it offers here.
About The MAX
In 2001, the vision for The MAX began with the passing of legislation for “an educational, entertaining, and interactive facility” in Meridian, MS. It was designed to celebrate the contributions to arts and entertainment by Mississippi natives. Over the next decade, a dedicated board worked tirelessly though trials and tribulations before unveiling a Hollywood-style Walk of Fame in 2009.
On April 27, 2018, The MAX officially opened with numerous artists and entertainers featured in the opening exhibit. The first class of inductees to the Mississippi Hall of Fame, including William Faulkner, Morgan Freeman, Jim Henson, B.B. King, and Elvis Presley, was announced in 2017.
The facility includes $14 million in immersive and interactive exhibits. In January 2019, it hosted the first major traveling exhibition in the first-floor galleries.
In addition to being home to great interactive exhibits and the focus of arts and entertainment in Mississippi, The MAX also encourages guests to visit other towns and museums across the state to hear more stories.
What You Can See
The MAX offers a variety of exhibits and sights, ranging from a Hall of Fame of legendary artists from the state to galleries that showcase various aspects of their lives.
You can learn about the history of Mississippi’s land and the artists inspired by it. Learn about the home life and influences of various entertainers. See how artists are supporting both the local and global communities. Of course, you can also hear the stories of the people and places that mean the most to Mississippi’s cultural history.
There is so much to do when you visit The MAX and hear the many stories that these artists and entertainers provide.
Visit The MAX Today
Want to explore the arts and entertainment of Mississippi? You can discover a rich history of arts, culture, and entertainment that spans decades and generations at The MAX.
Book your visit to The MAX and see it all up close and personal. Get your tickets today or plan a group visit. Be sure to find out what exhibits are on display and what you can do at The MAX. Check out which traveling exhibits are being hosted at The MAX as well.
To see everything, you can always check out our website and see what is on display and our upcoming events. We hope to see you soon and help you experience the arts and entertainment of Mississippi.
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