Mississippi Museum of Art

The Mississippi Museum of Art embraces its Mississippi roots in all programming, grounded in a sense of place that contributes to the understanding of the cultural identity of the state and its people. In 2007, the museum built a new facility with a design that embodies its mission “to engage Mississippians in the visual arts.” Visitors pass through a light-filled lobby and multipurpose spaces before reaching the galleries. Since its move, the museum welcomes twice the number of visitors each year and sees near-capacity audiences at programs.