Mississippi Children's Museum

Members-Only Night
2023-06-01 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Members-Only Night
Theme: Hawaiian Luau
Members-Only Night is an exclusive event that takes place the first Thursday each month, from 5–7 PM. Each event features a new and exciting theme with special activities, after-hours museum exploration, and surprise treats for our members to enjoy.
On Thursday, June 1, celebrate summer time with a fun Hawaiian Luau-themed event with balloon animals, flower leis, treats, and more!
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Tinker Thursday
2023-06-01 10:00 - 15:00 | MS
Tinker Thursday
Join us for Tinker Thursdays this summer in June and July! Children join us in our WonderBox Exhibit from 10am – 3pm to take turns using 3D pens, wood-burning tools and bringing out our hammers. Join us weekly as we practice our creativity and bring our visions to life!
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Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin!
2023-05-20 - 2023-09-03 | MS
Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin!
MAY 20 – SEPTEMBER 4
Dive into the incredible world of ocean exploration in this early childhood STEM-based exhibit: Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin!, based on the Jim Henson Company and Herschend Entertainment Studios PBS KIDS TV series Splash and Bubbles.
Join Splash, Bubbles and the Reeftown Rangers to explore marine biology, ocean science and different ocean ecosystems. Learn how even small actions can create a big ripple to help protect our One Big Ocean!
The museum will be closed on May 29 and July 4.
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Special Events:

May 19: Members Preview Night
June 10: Shell-abrate Clean Water Day
July 8: Water Matters
August 12: Aquatic Animals Day

More Details:

Free for Members
$10/Person for Non-Members
Tickets Available Online or At the Door
Access to Summer Exhibit is included in General Admission Ticket

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Exhibit Locally Sponsored by:

Splash and Bubbles Member Preview Night
2023-05-19 17:30 - 19:00 | MS
Splash and Bubbles Member Preview Night
Calling all Members! Be the FIRST to dive into this Summer’s Exhibit, Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin! Members can make the first splash into this new experience on May 19, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm!
Members can join Splash, Bubbles and the Reeftown Rangers to explore marine biology, ocean science and different ocean ecosystems. Learn how even small actions can create a big ripple to help protect our One Big Ocean! During this night, we will welcome Mississippi Public Broadcasting, and explore hands-on activities and programs centered around the ocean. And don’t forget, admission to this Summer Exhibit is FREE for MCM Members!
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Question It? Discover It!
2023-05-10 09:00 - 13:00 | MS
Question It? Discover It!
For this month’s Question It? Discover It!, we are celebrating Safe Kids Week! During this week, all coalitions across the U.S plan different events surrounding the topics of Safety at home, at play and on the road. Visit their table in the atrium on Wednesday, May 10 as they provide general information on safety including heatstroke prevention, sports safety, swim safety, and more!
Question It? Discover It! is sponsored by University of Mississippi Medical Center

Members-Only Night
2023-05-04 17:00 - 19:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Members-Only Night
Theme: May the 4th be with you
Members-Only Night is an exclusive event that takes place the first Thursday each month, from 5–7 PM. Each event features a new and exciting theme with special activities, after-hours museum exploration, and surprise treats for our members to enjoy.
On Thursday, May 4th, join us in a galaxy far, far away for a Star Wars-themed event! All young jedi should come in costume and prepare for hands-on activities, treats, and much more. May the 4th be with you! We hope to see you there.
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Question It? Discover It!
2023-04-18 17:30 - 19:00 | MS
Question It? Discover It!
For this month’s Question It? Discover It!, the UMMC School of Nursing will have staff on site to provide Blood Pressure and Glucose Screenings and COVID Information. In addition, Mississippi SafeKids will provide information on heat stroke prevention, with emphasis on preventing infant car deaths during summer.
Question It? Discover It! is sponsored by University of Mississippi Medical Center

Rocky's House: Traveling Exhibit
2023-04-18 - 2023-05-14 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Rocky’s House: Traveling Exhibit
Rocky’s House: Traveling Exhibit will be at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian from April 18 – May 14!
Rocky’s House introduces caregivers and children to a cast of characters representing the diverse population of Mississippi, Rocky’s Friends. Along with Rocky, they guide guests through three primary methods of language and literacy development: playing, talking, and reading. Visitors will learn about these methods and have a chance to play them into practice!
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Sensory Friendly Event
2023-04-17 15:30 - 18:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Sensory Friendly Event
Join the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian for a Sensory Friendly Event designed for children with sensory needs. On Monday, April 17 from 3:3opm – 6:30pm, children and their caregivers can experience the museum with reduced stimuli and Sensory Inclusive Certified staff.
During your visit, you can expect:

Reduced crowds, lighting, and sounds
Sensory Kits & maps to help you navigate potentially over-stimulating exhibits
Sensory Inclusive Certified staff by KultureCity
Information booths with local specialists

Admission is $10 per person | Free for museum members
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Scholastic Chess Tournament
2023-04-15 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Scholastic Chess Tournament
Join us on Saturday, April 15, 2023 for the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian’s Scholastic Chess Tournament!
Since school and community chess programs have been created and revitalized, the 1500-year-old game has seen a resurgence in Mississippi. These tournaments are an important opportunity for children in Mississippi to exercise not only their skills but self-confidence. A growing body of research indicates that playing chess improves students’ problem-solving and critical thinking skills, which directly translates to their math, science, and reading scores.
Divisions:

K-3 Unrated
K-5 Unrated
K-8 Unrated
K-12 Unrated
U800 Rated (all ages welcome)
OPEN Rated (all ages welcome)

Fees:

$20 Entry Fee for Tournament Participants (For both MCM Members & Non-Members)
$5 for Each Accompanying Adult/Child (Free for MCM Members)
All entry fees include access to all museum exhibits for the day

Pre-registration is recommended & appreciated. Check-in and on-site registration will be available from 9 AM – 10 AM. Walk-ins on Saturday are welcome if capacity allows!
Rounds:
First Round starts at 10:30 AM

Everyone will play in 5 Swiss-paired, G/25+5. No eliminations.
Chess sets (board/pieces/clocks) will be provided for use during the tournament.
Trophies will be awarded to the Top 3 players in each division.

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED!
If you have questions regarding the tournament or need more information, please e-mail BethThrasher@MSscholasticChess.org or call/text 601.941.5153.
Additional information also available at www.MSscholasticChess.org

Museum Activities from 10am – 3pm Include:

Design a woven chess board
Create a pop art chess picture
3D pattern play blocks
Magnetic building tiles
Garden games
Grab a bite or treat from D& T Grill and Snow Biz

TOURNAMENT WINNERS
K-3 Unrated
1st Meg Cancellare
2nd Hays Rankin
3rd John Robert Rankin
K-5 Unrated
1st Luke Simmons
2nd Colby Thompson
3rd Bond Hill
HM – Eli Kirby
K-8 Unrated
1st Roshitha Macha
2nd Bradley Butler
3rd Amy Cancellare
K-12 Unrated
1st Gavin Jiang
2nd Javin Jerdine
3rd James Ross
U800
1st Vithaan Bhat
2nd Earl Joseph Duhon
3rd Nathan Knight
OPEN
1st Clayton Thrasher
2nd Andy Ngo
3rd Vaidyan Sivaraman
HM Ojash Bhushan
“Top Notch” Trophies for Ages 4-13:
4 Aaron James Walker
5 Edmund Edwards
6 Audrey Lee
7 Laquarrious Finley
8 Sophia Thrasher
9 Sabrina Davis
10 Neal Lyndley Kish
11 Aadhu Sivaraman
12 Ira Bhushan
13 Charles Rom

Magic Monday
2023-04-10 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: Wonders of Nature
The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN for Magic Monday, a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm!
Activities Include:

Clothespin Dragonflies & Flower Crafts
Pollination Exploration
Tulip Bouquet Paintings
Butterfly Release
Garden Games

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Members-Only Night
2023-04-06 17:00 - 19:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Members-Only Night
April 6: Easter Egg Hunt
Members-Only Night is an exclusive event that takes place the first Thursday each month, from 5–7 PM. Each month’s event features a new and exciting theme with special activities, after-hours museum exploration, and surprise treats for our members to enjoy.
On Thursday, April 6th, join us for a Members-Only Easter Egg Hunt in My Fantastical Backyard! The Easter Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 5:30pm.
Note: the garden will close at 4:45pm to prepare for the event.
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Partners Annual Celebration
2023-03-30 18:00 - 20:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Partners Annual Celebration
March 30, 2023 • 6:00PM – 8:00PM

During this annual celebration, MCM-Meridian Partners will celebrate and reflect on a successful year of volunteerism and fundraising for the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian. A check will be presented to the museum with funds raised through their signature fundraising events, the new Steering Committee Chair will be announced, and those interested in joining Partners will be able to learn more about the important work of Partners and how they can get involved.

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Partners memberships will run from June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024.

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Question It? Discover It!
2023-03-25 09:00 - 13:00 | MS
Question It? Discover It!
For this month’s Question It? Discover It!, Mississippi Safe Kids will be sharing about Poison Prevention Week! Join us as they provide educational safety topics and activities for safe handling of household cleaners, laundry pods batteries and medications.
Question It? Discover It! is sponsored by University of Mississippi Medical Center

Math Friday
2023-03-17 10:00 - 14:30 | MS
Week of Wonder: Math Friday
Enjoy an exciting Spring Break at Week of Wonder in Jackson’s award-winning LeFleur Museum District (LMD)! We have a WONDER-ful week of STEAM-themed special programming and activities for you to enjoy. Each day we focus on a subject in STEAM: Monday is Science, Tuesday is Technology, Wednesday is Engineering, Thursday is Art, and Friday is Math.
Friday’s Special Guest:
Ann Etier, Gifted Teacher at Northwest Rankin

More details coming soon!

Programs & Activities

10:00am – 3:00pm: Mobius Strips
10:00am – 3:00pm: Symmetry Art
10:00am – 3:oopm: KEVA Planks
10:00am – 3:oopm: Rigamajig
10:00am – 3:oopm: Imagination Playground
10:00am: Farm Bureau Spotlight
12:30pm MissionX: The Speed of Light
1:00pm: The Fibonacci Sequence in Nature
1:3opm: 3D Pen Workshop
2:00pm The Science of Bubbles
2:30pm: Spirographs

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Art Thursday
2023-03-16 10:00 - 16:00 | MS
Week of Wonder: Art Thursday
Enjoy an exciting Spring Break at Week of Wonder in Jackson’s award-winning LeFleur Museum District (LMD)! We have a WONDER-ful week of STEAM-themed special programming and activities for you to enjoy. Each day we focus on a subject in STEAM: Monday is Science, Tuesday is Technology, Wednesday is Engineering, Thursday is Art, and Friday is Math.
Thursday’s Special Guest
Visiting Artist: Erin Mulligan
Programs & Activities

10:00am – 3:00pm: iPad Art
10:00am – 3:oopm: KEVA Planks
10:00am – 3:oopm: Rigamajig
10:00am – 3:oopm: Imagination Playground
11:00am: Mindful Mornings
11:30am: The Great Cookie Caper
12:30pm MissionX: Astro Art
1:30pm: 3D Pen Workshop
2:00pm The Science of Bubbles
3:30pm: Rocky’s Book Club
4:00pm: Fueled for Adventure

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Visiting Artist: Erin Mulligan
2023-03-16 10:00 - 14:45 | MS
Visting Artist: Erin Mulligan
Join us on March 16 during Week of Wonder’s “Art Thursday” for our Visiting Artist, Erin Mulligan! Erin is a teacher of movement and meditation from the Mississippi Delta. During this workshop, she will be leading a class for “Art Thursday” during the LeFleur Museum District’s Week of Wonder! Learn more about Erin Mulligan
Workshop Times

10:00am – 10:45am
11:00am – 11:45am
1:00pm – 1:45pm
2:00pm – 2:45pm

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This project is supported in part by funding from the Mississippi Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Engineering Wednesday
2023-03-15 10:00 - 15:30 | MS
Week of Wonder: Engineering Wednesday
Enjoy an exciting Spring Break at Week of Wonder in Jackson’s award-winning LeFleur Museum District (LMD)! We have a WONDER-ful week of STEAM-themed special programming and activities for you to enjoy. Each day we focus on a subject in STEAM: Monday is Science, Tuesday is Technology, Wednesday is Engineering, Thursday is Art, and Friday is Math.
Programs & Activities

10:00am – 3:00pm: Hoop Gliders
10:00am – 3:00pm: Marshmallow & Toothpick Engineering
10:00am – 3:oopm: Design a New Exhibit
10:00am – 3:oopm: KEVA Planks
10:00am – 3:oopm: Rigamajig
10:00am – 3:oopm: Imagination Playground
10:00am: ABC Come Play with Me
12:30pm MissionX: Do a Space Walk
1:00pm: 3D Pen Workshop
2:00pm The Science of Bubbles
3:30pm: Wonder Wednesday

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Tech Tuesday
2023-03-14 10:00 - 14:00 | MS
Week of Wonder: Tech Tuesday
Enjoy an exciting Spring Break at Week of Wonder in Jackson’s award-winning LeFleur Museum District (LMD)! We have a WONDER-ful week of STEAM-themed special programming and activities for you to enjoy. Each day we focus on a subject in STEAM: Monday is Science, Tuesday is Technology, Wednesday is Engineering, Thursday is Art, and Friday is Math.
Tuesday’s Special Guest:
Wait for It Robotics Team

10:00am – 1:00pm

Programs & Activities

10:00am – 3:00pm: Coding a LEGO Maze
10:00am – 3:00pm: Interact with Dash
10:00am – 3:oopm: KEVA Planks
10:00am – 3:oopm: Rigamajig
10:00am – 3:oopm: Imagination Playground
10:00am: Rocky’s Book Club
11:00am: Coding with Scratch
12:30pm MissionX: Peake Liftoff
1:00pm: 3D Pen Workshop
2:00pm The Science of Bubbles

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Science Monday
2023-03-13 10:00 - 14:00 | MS
Week of Wonder: Science Monday
Enjoy an exciting Spring Break at Week of Wonder in Jackson’s award-winning LeFleur Museum District (LMD)! We have a WONDER-ful week of STEAM-themed special programming and activities for you to enjoy. Each day we focus on a subject in STEAM: Monday is Science, Tuesday is Technology, Wednesday is Engineering, Thursday is Art, and Friday is Math.
Monday’s Special Guest:
Elizabeth Engler-Chiurazzi; Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery & Director of Tulane Brain Institute Community Outreach & Engagement

10:00am-3:00pm
@ScientistLizEC
@LizsBrainLab
www.lizslab.com

Programs & Activities

10:00am – 3:00pm: KEVA Planks
10:00am – 3:00pm: Rigamajig
10:00am – 3:oopm: Imagination Playground
11:00am Food Lab: Strawberry DNA
12:00pm Super STEAM Demonstration
12:30pm Mission X: Energy of an Astronaut
1:00pm The Science of How Plants Breathe
1:30pm 3D Pen Workshop
2:00pm The Science of Bubbles

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Magic Monday
2023-03-13 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN for Magic Monday, a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm!

NASA Day
2023-03-11 10:00 - 15:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
NASA Day
Explore the final frontier at NASA Day on Saturday, March 11! Here at the museum, we love all things space – from rockets to astronauts to space food. On NASA Day, guests will learn about what it’s like to go to space and be an astronaut. Bring your aspiring astronauts for a day of science fact, science fiction, and out-of-this-world science fun!
Featured Activities Include:

Ask an NAS Aviator
Stennis Space Center exhibit
Touch a Truck from Key Field Air National Guard
Create a space shuttle, a watercolor rocket, and a space alien
Explore gardens in space at 11am
Discover how craters are formed at 12pm

All activities are included in general admission and museum membership.

Free for MCM-Meridian Members
$10/person for Non-Members

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Play. Eat. Learn.
2023-02-21 17:30 - 19:15 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
“Understanding Autism: Symptoms, Assessments, and Intervention Options”
With Tanja Seifen, PhD
Join us for our “Play. Eat. Learn.” workshop, on February 21! The Play. Eat. Learn. series was founded through a collaboration between Center for Advancement of Youth and the Junior League of Jackson. This educational learning series is geared towards helping parents and caregivers understand the complex mind of a child.  This program presents a wonderful opportunity for the community to learn more about the pressing issues and needs that children and families face from experts in the field.

This free educational series is open to the community.
Dinner will be provided (first-come, first-served).
Childcare is available for ages 3-10.
Children will be allowed to play in the museum with supervision provided by members of the Junior League of Jackson while parents attend the program.
Dinner is from 5:30-6:00 and the presentation is from 6:00-7:15

Play. Eat. Learn. is sponsored by the Junior League of Jackson and in Partnership with the Center for the Advancement of Youth

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Question It? Discover It!
2023-02-21 17:00 - 18:00 | MS
Question It? Discover It!
For this February’s Question It? Discover It!, UMMC’s School of Nursing will be on site to provide BP, glucose screenings and COVID Information and refer patients to UMMC clinics for vaccines! Join us for this QI?DI! program at 5pm on Feb. 21, and stay for dinner at an educational Play. Eat. Learn. session as well!
Question It? Discover It! is sponsored by University of Mississippi Medical Center

Magic Monday: Monday Gras
2023-02-20 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: Monday Gras
The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN for Magic Monday, a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm!
Activities Include:

Mask and Necklace Making
Storytime at 10am
Mardi Gras Yoga at 12:30 and 3:00pm
Bead Paintings at 103am and 2:00pm

Time & activities subject to change.

Member Appreciation Week
2023-02-14 - 2023-02-19 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Member Appreciation Week
The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is showing love for its members all week long from February 14 – 19!
All Week: 25% off all merchandise at the Trading Post
Tuesday, February 14: Receive “I Love MCM-M” buttons when you visit the museum
Wednesday, February 15: Share your love for the museum! On this day, get a BOGO pass to give to a friend
Thursday, February 16: Enjoy a free treat from Mama Ducks Sweets!
Friday, February 17: Win MCM-Meridian swag with hourly raffles (must be present to win)
Saturday, February 18: Join us for a members-only waffle bar breakfast from 9:00am – 10:30am
Sunday, February 19: Receive “I Love MCM-M” buttons when you visit the museum
Not a member? Join the fun today!

Mission X
2023-02-04 14:00 - 14:30 | MS
Mission X
Help Luna and Leo Walk to the Moon!
Join us for Mission X this spring as we undergo renovations to our Health Gallery! This educational program, developed by the European Space Agency and the UK Space Agency, teaches children how to train like an astronaut by learning the key elements of keeping fit and staying healthy in space and on Earth! Space scientists and fitness professionals worked with astronauts and space agencies worldwide to develop this program that uses the excitement of space exploration to inspire children to learn about science, nutrition, exercise, and space.
Join MCM’s Mission X team to participate in different fitness challenges to earn virtual “steps.” By earning steps, you will help the Mission X mascots, Luna and Leo, walk the distance from Earth to the Moon!
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Friday Pop-Up
2023-02-03 15:30 - 16:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Friday Pop-Up
Join us at the museum for an arts-integrated pop-up activity every Friday at 3:30 PM!
During the month of February, the museum invites you to join the celebration of Black History Month with hands-on activities inspired by African American artists, innovators, and scientists. Create Alma Thomas-inspired paintings, learn about Faith Ringgold’s painted story quilts, and much more!

Members-Only Night
2023-02-02 17:00 - 19:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Members-Only Night
Join us every first Thursday for Members-Only Night from 5-7 PM! During this special event, museum members are invited to play in the museum after-hour, enjoy themed activities, and a whole lot more.
February 2nd activities include:

Create Valentine’s cards for children at the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Children’s of Mississippi
Storytime: The Love Letter by Anika Aldamuy Denise
Valentine’s treats courtesy of Edible Arrangements

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Wonder Wednesday with MDEQ
2023-01-25 15:30 - 16:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Wonder Wednesday
What do you wonder about?
Join us every Wednesday at 3:30 pm for a hands-on experiment that will cultivate curiosity in guests of all ages! Wonder Wednesday is MCM-Meridian’s latest program that focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with a fun and educational twist.
Don’t miss our program on January 25th featuring James Starnes with the MS Department of Environmental Quality – Office of Geology. Starting at 3:30pm, learn about and explore a variety of fossils and gemstones!
