More than 100 years ago, the blues was born in Mississippi. The sounds of our state gave country its twang, R&B its soul, jazz its blue note, and rock โnโ roll its king. Come experience the rich musical heritage and ongoing influence of Mississippi, the Birthplace of Americaโs Music.
Find inspiration and make the most of your visit with our curated travel ideas and trip-planning resources.
Made from Mississippi clay and marked with the studioโs signature black โriverโ line, McCartyโs Pottery has become one of the stateโs most iconic artistic legacies.
From everyday plates and bowls to large, statement vases and trays, McCartyโs Pottery showcases its Delta heritage and future in each timeless piece.
Whether youโre adding to a collection or taking home your very first piece, thereโs nothing like a trip to McCartyโs Pottery.
We`ll see you soon St. Louis!
Visit Mississippi is joining the Blues at the Arch Festival, and we can`t wait to celebrate the music that started it all. We`re excited to be joined by our partners at Visit Cleveland and Experience Greenwood as we share Mississippi`s rich blues heritage with music fans from across the country.
Stop by our booth to learn more about the birthplace of the blues, discover Mississippi`s legendary blues trail, pick up some swag, and start planning your next Mississippi getaway. We`ll see you at the Arch!
Enjoy your next round of disc golf at a Mississippi State Park ๐ฅ
From Tishomingo to Buccaneer, there are over 15 state parks with their own unique disc golf courses, perfect for both the beginner and seasoned pro. We`ll see you on the course!
From coastal Mississippi waters to tables across the state, oysters are a celebrated part of our aquaculture industry and culinary scene every day๐ฆช
The dog days of summer are here and we have the perfect list of pet-friendly places around the state for you and your pup to enjoy ๐ถ โ๏ธ
๐ Mississippi State Parks
๐ Pig and Pint, Jackson
๐ Shaggy`s, Brandon, Gulfport, Pass Christian, Biloxi
๐ Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg
๐ Longleaf Trace, Hattiesburg
๐ Museum Trail, Jackson
๐ Elvis Presley Birthplace, Tupelo
Living for the hope of it all and our August must dos
Something sweet for the middle of the week & you deserve a treat!
๐Elvie`s, Jackson
๐Spencer`s Dairy Kream, Grenada
๐Mary Mahoney`s, Biloxi
๐Sal and Mookie`s, Jackson
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