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Celebrate Black History Month in Coastal Mississippi

Did you know that several places in Coastal Mississippi are significant in African American History? This Black History Month, we encourage you to celebratethe progress we've made as a society by visiting each location. In this article, we will uncover exhibits and other points of interest regarding the origin of local African American movements. Keep reading to see where your self-guided tour of paying homage will begin…

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Spend Your Labor Day Weekend in Coastal Mississippi

Planning what to do for Labor Day weekend is a breeze when your destination is the Mississippi Gulf Coast. With so many things to see and do, add one more day of play to your September trip and enjoy special deals to boot. Here are our favorite things to do on the Mississippi Gulf Coast when it’s time to say goodbye to summer: Visit the Beaches Mississippi Gulf Coast beaches offer every activity under the sun. Stroll along the shore, dodging the surf, pick up seashell souvenirs, and scan the waters for rays, turtles, and dolphins. Lay back on…

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Educational Experiences in Coastal Mississippi

The end of summer is officially here, but even thoughschool is back in session, exploration never has to end! Coastal Mississippi has a diverse and exciting array of educational opportunities for all members of the family. Learn how the Mississippi Gulf Coast can act as the perfect backdrop for your next schoolcation! …

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Rainy Day on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

Rainy day? No problem! We still have plenty for you to experience on the Mississippi Gulf Coast! Kid-friendly activities Infinity Science Center— This NASA Space Center provides an innovative, hands-on experience for the whole family! Lynn Meadows Discovery Center— Lynn Meadows is the ultimate interactive experience for children! With more than 15,000 square feet of indoor exhibits, your child will love spending the day at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. Escape at Margaritaville Resort— Escape offers 55,000 square feet of fun-filled arcade…

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Coastal Mississippi Road Trip

Each coastal community offers experiences that are unique to Coastal Mississippi, but also unique to that community. You cannot go wrong venturing out to any one of them, and we encourage you to visit them all! The most beautiful part of Highway 90 is right here in Coastal Mississippi, and it will take you all the way from Waveland to Moss Point, right by the Gulf of Mexico and a 26-mile-long beach (the longest man-made beach in the nation). Check out the best local things to do and see, but don’t limit yourself to what is listed here. There are many treasures waiting to be found on the Secret Coast…

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The Ship Island Experience

If you've never been to Ship Island, then you might not know how secluded and pristine its beaches are. You might not even knowthat you could visit! You'll be pleased to hear that you can and should if you want to experience one of the most memorable beach days you’ve ever had…

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Your Fishing Guide for Coastal Mississippi

If you're an avid fishermen, you're in luck, because Coastal Mississippi has an abundance of opportunities for fishing all yearlong! Choose from locations in the Mississippi Sound,Back Bay, Bay of St. Louis, wetlands, rivers, piers, and more. With over 200 species of fish up for grabs, the Mississippi Gulf Coast is a fisherman's paradise…

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