Play - Downtown Meridian

Downtown Meridian, Mississippi, is a hub of arts and entertainment that offers a rich cultural experience for visitors of all ages. The area is home to several world-renowned attractions, including the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX), the Mississippi Children’s Museum-Meridian, and the Mississippi Industrial Heritage Museum at Historic Soulé Steam Feed Works. In addition to these remarkable institutions, the downtown area boasts the MSU Riley Center, a premier performing arts center, and the historic Temple Theatre for the Performing Arts. Whether you are interested in art, history, science, or theater, downtown Meridian offers many attractions that will engage and delight you.

Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)

The MAX, as we call it, showcases Mississippi’s global legacy in every area of the arts, honors Mississippi’s legends in arts and entertainment, and inspires tomorrow’s artists through exhibitions, performances, classes, and events.

601.581.1550
2155 Front Street, Meridian, MS 39301

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Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

Mississippi Children’s Museum-Meridian

At the Mississippi Children’s Museum-Meridian, we take fun seriously! The mission of MCM is to create unparalleled experiences to inspire excellence and a lifelong joy of learning. We accomplish this mission through hands-on, engaging exhibits and programs focusing on literacy, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math), and health and nutrition – the keys to helping our children mature into healthy and productive adult learners.

601.512.0270
403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS 39301

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Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m.–6 p.m.

Meridian Museum of Art

Meridian Museum of Art (MMA) has been Meridian’s longest-running museum and art venue (nearly 53 years) and is housed in the historic Old Carnegie Library building, constructed in 1912-13. 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. MMA programs are designed to further these goals and to make art accessible to everyone in the community.

601.693.1501
628 25th Avenue, Meridian, MS 39301

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Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Saturday: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

Soulé Steam Museum

The museum, located at the historic Soulé Steam Feed Works site, promotes the heritage, labor, and innovation that influenced and shaped our country’s rise as an industrial and manufacturing pioneer.

601.693.9905
1808 4th Street, Meridian, MS 39301

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Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Saturday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

MSU Riley Center

A performing arts center, a conference center, an educational center, and a major downtown restoration project – these are all accurate ways to describe the MSU Riley Center. More than just a stunning facility, the center is a special place for social interaction, enjoying the arts, engaging in lifelong learning, and stimulating community growth and development.

601.696.2200
2200 5th Street, Meridian, MS 39301

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Box Office Hours

Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: Closed

Temple Theatre for the Performing Arts

The Temple Theatre is the state’s largest and most opulent cinema. The theatre is a time capsule that everyone should see! There are tunnels and catacombs leading to an original Cold War fallout bunker. When there isn’t a live stage play, we normally show recent movies on our massive 40-foot screen. Local artists such as Meridian Community College filmmakers and others are encouraged to showcase their skills here. Call us or drop in for a tour. You will not be disappointed!

601.693.5353
2320 8th Street, Meridian, MS 39301

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