MISSISSIPPI MUSEUM OF ART - JACKSON

Located in the state Capital of Jackson, the Mississippi Museum of Art is the largest art museum in the state and has been a community-supported institution for more than 100 years. The Museum boasts an impressive permanent collection of more than 5,000 works of art, in addition to hosting world-class traveling exhibitions. The Mississippi Story, a free ongoing exhibition comprised of more than 200 objects from the Museum’s permanent collection, offers Mississippians and visitors alike the opportunity to explore the remarkable history of visual arts in the Magnolia State. In addition to fulfilling its mission of “engaging Mississippians in the visual arts,” the Museum also offers unique shopping in The Museum Store.

The Art Garden at the Mississippi Museum of Art, a 1.2 acre public green space, breaks down barriers between the neighboring arts organizations and serves as the nexus of a cultural district that empowers creativity, expression, and synergy in the arts community. The Art Garden features a welcoming lawn, seasonal foliage, native garden beds, permanent art installations, soothing fountains, and outdoor terrace dining. This versatile, open, outdoor space is open to the public from 10AM – 5PM daily. In 2010, the Museum received the National Medal for Museum Service from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal agency.

Kid-friendly Features: Stroller-friendly, family restroom, changing tables in all restrooms, gift shop, cafeteria, small splash pad, garden & courtyard

Kid-friendly Programs: Look & Learn with Hoot, Young Artists: Arts & Movement, Mini Matisse: Meet the Materials
Studio Session II: Ceramics & Mixed Media

Admission: General admission-Free
Special exhibitions may cost extra
Memberships are available

Parking: Free (On street and behind Museum)

Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 11 AM—7 PM
Friday-Saturday: 10 AM—5 PM
Sunday: Noon—5 PM
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day

Address: 380 S Lamar St, Jackson, MS 39201

Phone: (601) 960-1515

photo courtesy of The Mississippi Museum of Art

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