Mississippi Museum of Art

Mississippi Museum of Art The Museum connects Mississippi to the world, and the power of art to the power of community.
(847)

Connecting Mississippi to the world and the power of art to the power of community. Located in the state Capital of Jackson, the Mississippi Museum of Art is the largest art museum in the state and has been a community-supported institution for more than 100 years. The Museum boasts an impressive permanent collection of more than 5,000 works of art, in addition to hosting world-class traveling exh

ibitions. The Mississippi Story, a free ongoing exhibition comprised of more than 200 objects from the Museum’s permanent collection, offers Mississippians and visitors alike the opportunity to explore the remarkable history of visual arts in the Magnolia State. In addition to fulfilling its mission of “engaging Mississippians in the visual arts,” the Museum also offers unique shopping in The Museum Store. The Art Garden at the Mississippi Museum of Art, a 1.2 acre public green space, breaks down barriers between the neighboring arts organizations and serves as the nexus of a cultural district that empowers creativity, expression, and synergy in the arts community. The Art Garden features a welcoming lawn, seasonal foliage, native garden beds, permanent art installations, soothing fountains, and outdoor terrace dining. This versatile, open, outdoor space is open to the public from 10AM – 5PM daily. In 2010, the Museum received the National Medal for Museum Service from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal agency. Community Guidelines
This is the Official Mississippi Museum of Art page and your official source for information, insights, perspectives, and opinions on all things pertaining to MMA. Comment Policy:
We want to hear from you and encourage comments, critiques, questions, and suggestions. We ask that you simply stay on topic, respect other people’s opinions, avoid profanity, offensive statements, illegal content, and anything else that might otherwise violate our standard terms and conditions. Be aware that anything sent in, posted, or in any way disclosed to MMA can be reproduced, disclosed, transmitted, published, broadcast and/or posted somewhere else. MMA can use any ideas, concepts, or techniques that you disclose, including anything having to do with the development, manufacturing and marketing of our products. Please understand that we reserve the right to delete comments for any reason we deem appropriate. We will remove any comments that are:
· Abusive, defamatory or obscene Fraudulent, deceptive or misleading
· In violation of any intellectual property right of another
· In violation of any law or regulation; Otherwise offensive; Off Topic

The opinions expressed here are not necessarily the opinions of the Mississippi Museum of Art (MMA) and we assume no responsibility for such content.Located in the state Capital of Jackson, the Mississippi Museum of Art is the largest art museum in the state and has been a community-supported institution for more than 100 years.

Step inside the art and join trained gallery educators at MMA for Close Looking Tours. Enjoy guided experiences through ...
06/01/2026

Step inside the art and join trained gallery educators at MMA for Close Looking Tours. Enjoy guided experiences through the permanent collection or special exhibitions, where discussion-based tours will invite you to slow down, engage with key themes, and take a closer look at select works of art!

Join us each Saturday of June at 2 PM!
June 6 & 13: Coulter Fussell: The Proving Ground and L.V. Hull: Love Is a Sensation
June 20 & 27: New Symphony of Time

Last chance to see what’s on view. Before June 14, step into spaces where color, pattern, and found objects come togethe...
05/29/2026

Last chance to see what’s on view. Before June 14, step into spaces where color, pattern, and found objects come together in ways that feel both deeply personal and wide open, where creativity is rooted in community and a sense of welcome. Move through work that lingers on memory and place, asking you to slow down, look closer, and stay a little longer.

Plan your visit to see “Coulter Fussell: The Proving Ground” and “L. V. Hull: Love Is a Sensation” today!

There’s a certain stillness that comes just before, and during, a summer rain.Lamar Dodd’s “Summer Showers” (1945) captu...
05/27/2026

There’s a certain stillness that comes just before, and during, a summer rain.

Lamar Dodd’s “Summer Showers” (1945) captures the atmosphere of an approaching storm with sweeping watercolor washes that feel both expansive and intimate. The piece invites viewers to slow down and sit with the quiet drama of a changing sky.

Lamar Dodd (1909–1996), “Summer Showers,” 1945. Watercolor on paper. Collection of the Mississippi Museum of Art, Jackson, Mississippi. Gift of Agnes F. Ricketts. 1947.001.

Spend an evening in The Art Garden with Mississippi architect and musician James Ray Polk and The Mississippi Sawyers in...
05/26/2026

Spend an evening in The Art Garden with Mississippi architect and musician James Ray Polk and The Mississippi Sawyers in support of Fountainhead, Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Jackson home, recently acquired by MMA.

This special album release concert celebrates the connection between music and Wright’s architecture while honoring the stewardship of Fountainhead.

A limited number of VIP tickets are available. Guests may also purchase a curated three-course picnic basket for two from Hal & Mal’s, available with or without wine. Regular ticket holders are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets for the evening.

Purchase tickets online or via the link in our bio.

Experience “The Proving Ground.” Coulter Fussell’s work brings together material, memory, and place, inviting you to slo...
05/25/2026

Experience “The Proving Ground.” Coulter Fussell’s work brings together material, memory, and place, inviting you to slow down and look a little closer.

On view now, so plan your visit before it closes June 14.

“L.V. Hull: Love Is a Sensation” invites visitors into an environment shaped by color, pattern, and everyday objects tra...
05/22/2026

“L.V. Hull: Love Is a Sensation” invites visitors into an environment shaped by color, pattern, and everyday objects transformed into art. Hull’s assemblages reflect a creative practice rooted in community, faith, and the spirit of welcoming others into her space.

Step into the unique world of L.V. Hull with before the exhibition closes on June 14.

Spend the day at MMA, with the artists who’ve been shaping art in Mississippi for 80 years.On June 6 from 8:30 AM–2 PM, ...
05/21/2026

Spend the day at MMA, with the artists who’ve been shaping art in Mississippi for 80 years.

On June 6 from 8:30 AM–2 PM, Bebe Wolfe and The Wolfe Studio take over with printmaking, conversations, in-gallery experiences, and moments to slow down in The Art Garden.

Free and open to all. We hope to see you there!

Common Threads: In Conversation with Coulter Fussell happens on May 28 at 6 PM. Hear directly from the artist as she tal...
05/19/2026

Common Threads: In Conversation with Coulter Fussell happens on May 28 at 6 PM. Hear directly from the artist as she talks through her process, influences, and the work behind “The Proving Ground.”

Find more information at https://www.msmuseumart.org/events/upcoming

We are saddened to learn of the passing of artist, educator, and activist Mary Lovelace O’Neal at the age of 84.Born in ...
05/15/2026

We are saddened to learn of the passing of artist, educator, and activist Mary Lovelace O’Neal at the age of 84.

Born in Jackson, Mississippi, Lovelace O’Neal built a groundbreaking career spanning more than five decades. Her work is held in museum collections across the country, including MMA’s permanent collection.

We honor her enduring impact on the arts and extend our condolences to her family, friends, students, and all those influenced by her life and work.

Photo by Aubrey Trinnaman for The New York Times.

Artwork Caption: Mary Lovelace O’Neal (1942-2026), “Angel of the Hood,” 1995, mixed media on canvas. Museum Purchase, with funds from the Searcy Fund. 2007.018.

Get ready for a flavor-packed evening at Food Truck Festival: The Thrill is On.  Join us next week, on May 21 at 5 PM as...
05/14/2026

Get ready for a flavor-packed evening at Food Truck Festival: The Thrill is On.

Join us next week, on May 21 at 5 PM as we dive into Jackson's vibrant food truck culture. Enjoy live music from Jesse Robinson and Indiana Norfleet, and community art activities. This event is FREE and open to the public!

Address

380 S Lamar Street
Jackson, MS
39201

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+16019601515

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Mississippi Museum of Art posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Share

Category