Event Calendar
The Meridian Museum of Art is your hub for creativity, culture, and community connection. Throughout the year, our calendar is filled with exhibitions, workshops, artist talks, family activities, and special celebrations designed to inspire visitors of all ages. Whether you’re here to discover thought-provoking contemporary works, explore local talent, or enjoy hands-on experiences, there’s always something new to see and do.
We welcome art lovers, families, and curious minds to join us in celebrating the visual arts and the stories they tell. From seasonal showcases to community-driven projects, each event offers a unique opportunity to engage with the arts and connect with others in an inspiring setting.
Explore the full calendar to plan your next visit—and be part of Meridian’s vibrant art scene.
All Around Mississippi Painters Reception & Downtown Art Crawl
We’re proud to present the All Around Mississippi Exhibit, featuring the incredible works of Pat Abernathy, Tim Allred, and Mary Louise Porter.
The exhibition will be on view: October 9 – November 29, 2025.
Join us for the Opening Reception during the Downtown Meridian Art Crawl on Thursday, October 9, from 5–8 PM.
Come celebrate Mississippi talent and enjoy an evening of art, community, and creativity!
All Around Mississippi Painters Exhibition
We’re proud to present the All Around Mississippi Exhibit, featuring the incredible works of Pat Abernathy, Tim Allred, and Mary Louise Porter.
The exhibition will be on view: October 9 – November 29, 2025.
Join us for the Opening Reception during the Downtown Meridian Art Crawl on Thursday, October 9, from 5–8 PM.
Come celebrate Mississippi talent and enjoy an evening of art, community, and creativity!
Wheel Thrown Pottery Class
Terry Cherry is a respected educator, workshop instructor, demonstrator, lecturer, and juror with a distinguished career spanning nearly five decades in museums and galleries. He has been actively involved with the Meridian Museum of Art since the mid-1970s, serving on and chairing both the Exhibition and Education Committees.
Cherry’s artwork has been showcased in numerous solo and group exhibitions, juried competitions, and art festivals across the country. He was recognized as a Distinguished Art Alumnus by Mississippi College, where he earned his Master of Arts in Painting. Over his 34-year tenure as an art educator at East Mississippi Community College, he received multiple honors, including the Humanities Teacher Award and the HEADWAE Instructor Award. His legacy reflects a lifelong commitment to the arts and arts education.
All supplies and materials will be provided for the class.
Bi-State Art Competition and Exhibition
Selected pieces from the Permanent Collection and invited previous Bi-State Artists over its first fifty years.