Ocean Springs
Once called Old Biloxi, Ocean Springs, Mississippi was the actual landing site of French explorer Pierre le Moyne d'Iberville, in 1699, where he established Fort Maurepas. In the 1880s the first tourists began to arrive, and the rest is history. Today, Ocean Springs, Mississippi is an active artists' colony, where an icon of the art world lived. The unique artwork of Walter Anderson is on display at the Walter Anderson Museum, and Peter Anderson continued the family tradition with popular Shearwater Pottery, where beautiful hand crafted items are made. The famous Landing of d'Iberville is celebrated each year, with reenactments and festival activities. Mardi Gras parades, historic home tours, arts festivals, and the Ocean Springs Renaissance Festival bring add to life in this scenic old coastal town of Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Below you'll find top attractions, events and accommodations for Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
Top Attractions
- Gulf Islands National Seashore Visitors Center
- Shearwater Pottery
- Walter Anderson Museum of Art, Inc.
- J. L. Scott Marine Education Center & Aquarium
- Historic Homes
Top Events
- Mardi Gras Celebrations - February
- Wild Wing Festival - April
- Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival - November
- Herb & Garden Fest - March
- Horn Island Through The Lens And The Brush - September - January
Top Accommodations
- The Wilson House Inn - B&B
- Shadowlawn - B&B
- Villager Premier of Ocean Springs
- Best Western Cypress Creek
- Comfort Inn
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