Check out a fantastic collection of American art and diverse touring exhibitions of local and international artists at this light-filled downtown museum.
The Mississippi Museum of Art houses an extensive collection of notable American artworks, with a focus on Mississippian cultural heritage. You can also see a collection of works by European masters, magnificent traditional Mississippi quilts and Pre-Columbian ceramics. Catch a touring exhibition and see works by local and international contemporary artists.
Stroll across the museum’s brightly colored terrace, admiring its water fountain and tiled patterns. The elegantly designed entryway and lobby are filled with natural light that pours in from the large glass windows. Grab a pamphlet from the lobby and find out what’s showing at the museum’s temporary exhibition halls and which parts of the museum’s collection are currently on display.
From the museum’s permanent collection, you might see paintings by American painters George Inness and Georgia O’Keeffe. Among the museum’s photography and print collections, there are works by William Eggleston, Walker Evans, Cindy Sherman and Andy Warhol.
Check out Mississippi’s local talent at The Mississippi Story collection. This collection highlights artworks from the state’s rich cultural history, including paintings, photographs, prints, works on paper and quilts, as well as work by up-and-coming contemporary artists. See impressionist prints by Marc Chagall and Pablo Picasso and a notable collection of ceramics.
The museum regularly shows touring exhibitions of solo and group exhibitions by a range of artists. There are also workshops, artist talks and special classes held throughout the year. In the warmer months, catch an open-air cinema screening in the museums Art Garden. Be sure to check the museum’s website or call ahead to find out what is on the program. Take a break at the museum’s on-site café or pack a picnic to enjoy on the museum grounds.
The Mississippi Museum of Art is located in downtown Jackson. Entrance to the museum is free, however, some exhibitions and events may incur admission fees. The museum is closed on Mondays and Sunday mornings. Park on the street or in nearby parking lots. The museum is conveniently located nearby several city attractions, including the Mississippi Governor’s Mansion and the Jackson Convention Complex.
