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GULFPORT. [Closed until further notice,due to Hurricane Katrina damage.] Located at the train station in Gulfport, this museum shows the city's development over the past century. Photographs show the growth of the fishing industries, the expansion of casinos and the development of the city's popular beaches. Learn about the interesting characters from Gulfport's past who have made the town what it is today – a family-friendly city with an appreciation for the past and an eye for the future.
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NEAR BAY ST. LOUIS. Anyone interested in space travel should not miss this fascinating attraction, located on the campus of the country's second-largest NASA Space Center. Learn about our nation's progress as we prepared to land astronauts on the moon, see the site where all space shuttle engines are tested, and find out what life would be like on Mars in the 1 Main Street Mars exhibit. The Space Shuttle Simulator is a wild ride that will make you feel like you've orbited the earth a time or two, and the interactive shuttle cockpit lets you try your hand at making a smooth landing.
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GULFPORT. At the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, Mississippi's only children's museum, visitors can crank a crane, touch a tornado, sort seafood, cross a creek, understand a pulley fully, tromp in treehouses, take tea for two, star on a show, trek on a train and much more. Located in a renovated 1915 school, the Discovery Center offers 15,000 square feet of indoor exhibit space and six acres of outdoor oak-shaded play space. Visit the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, where learning and laughter go hand in hand!
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BILOXI. George Ohr is something of a local hero in Biloxi, as much for his wild stunts and his unique persona as for his groundbreaking works of pottery. This museum offers an extensive permanent display of his works, along with a personal history that makes it clear why he is called the "Mad Potter of Biloxi." He called himself the Apostle of Individuality, and was known to tell people, "I'm the greatest potter on earth. YOU prove the contrary!" before riding off on his motorcycle, his long moustache tucked behind his ears. His odd twisting pottery pieces, painted with vivid shades, are the highlights here, though other great exhibits include a contemporary art section and a temporary gallery devoted to local works.
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GULFPORT. In 1942, the Seabees were formed to assist US Naval operations by designing, building and operating shore facilities, shipyards, ports, piers and other seaside stations. Considered an important part of US defensive operations in World War II, the Seabees became known for their can-do spirit in risking their lives to build ports and airfields around the world. This museum shows the roles these unique service people played in World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam and Desert Storm, and also details their numerous peacetime duties. Exhibits include uniforms, weapons, flags, supplies, newspaper clippings, photos and much more.
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OCEAN SPRINGS. Acclaimed artist Walter Anderson is known for his vivid depictions of animals, people and plants from the Gulf Coast area. This museum in scenic Ocean Springs celebrates the interdisciplinary works of this Mississippi-born artist, who also earned accolades for his work as a naturalist and writer. The extensive permanent collection includes drawings, watercolors, oils, ceramics, carvings and more. Don't miss the Little Room murals, which were not discovered until Anderson's death. They were found locked up in his home, where he had created a fascinating scene called "Creation at Sunrise," which depicted the change from night to day. Temporary exhibits also show the works of other significant artists from around the country.
If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
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