Open since 2017, the Roost Boutique Hotel is an 19-room property in downtown Ocean Springs, Mississippi, not far from the casino city of Biloxi. Spread across multiple buildings, the hotel places a heavy emphasis on high design and Southern charm. The boutique hotel is a short walk from downtown and is covered in artwork inspired by Walter Anderson, authorized by the family. … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Roost Boutique Hotel
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Visiting Mississippi’s Breweries
Mississippi was late to the craft beer game, with its first post-Prohibition brewery opening in 2005. But since then, just about every corner of the state has joined the trend, ranging from large full-scale distribution breweries to cozy brewpubs and microbreweries. This isn't an exhaustive list and will continue to grow! Hattiesburg Breweries Colludium Brewing … [Read more...] about Visiting Mississippi’s Breweries
11 Historic Homes in Vicksburg You Can Actually Visit
Like so many towns along the Mississippi River, Vicksburg was home to lavish plantations and farms where cotton and other products could be shipped up or downstream to market. Cotton planters became millionaires but at the cost of enslaved labor. Some of these historic homes in the 300-year-old town are still standing and are open to tours. They’re a popular day … [Read more...] about 11 Historic Homes in Vicksburg You Can Actually Visit
Tips for Visiting the Hattiesburg Zoo
Open since 1950, the Hattiesburg Zoo is a beloved landmark on 12 acres in Kemper Park. Set amongst the pine trees, the zoo supports conservation projects for animal welfare through the facility as well as abroad. Areas of the Hattiesburg Zoo The zoo is broken up into multiple geographical areas, including Asia, Australia, and Africa. The African pavilion has the new … [Read more...] about Tips for Visiting the Hattiesburg Zoo
Where to Find Street Art in Hattiesburg
The charming town of Hattiesburg, Mississippi has transformed in the last few years into a place for colorful walls that showcase artists from around the country. They rival bigger cities like Chattanooga, Nashville, and Atlanta. Visitors can pick up a map from the visitors center with QR code maps or visit hattiesburgpublicart.org for more information. We've broken down … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Hattiesburg
