Walter Anderson Museum of Art

Walter Inglis Anderson spent his life drawing, sketching, and painting the plants, animals, and people of the Gulf Coast. His work can be best enjoyed with a visit to the Walter Anderson Museum of Art (WAMA) which is dedicated to the preservation of his works and is just down the road from both The Inn & The Hemingway. During a visit to the museum, visitors are offered insight into the artistic vision of Walter as well as his process and the natural environment that inspired him. The museum also strives to preserve and educate the public on the work of Walter’s brothers: Peter Anderson (1901-1984), master potter and founder of Shearwater Pottery; and James McConnell Anderson (1907-1998), noted painter and ceramist.

The LIttle Room

“The Little Room served as Walter Anderson’s sanctuary on the mainland during his later years. When he could, Anderson would spend his time on Horn Island, but he still had obligations on the mainland. To mentally transport himself to Horn Island, Walter Anderson painted the Little Room to portray a day on the island.” -WAMA

Shearwater Pottery

Shearwater Pottery was founded in 1928 by Peter Anderson with the support of his parents, George Walter Anderson and Annette McConnell Anderson. From the 1920s through the present day, Shearwater Pottery has produced art pottery, utilitarian ware, figurines, decorative tiles and other pottery pieces. Shearwater Pottery is high-grade hard fired earthenware intended for functional as well as decorative use. Each piece is individual and unique in nature.

OHR-O’KEEFE MUSEUM OF ART

Another popular art museum experience is can be found at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art. Designed by Frank O. Gehry, the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art Campus is home to a remarkable blend of architectural styles which span over a century of history. Located under majestic oaks on the beautiful Mississippi Sound, OOMA features the ceramics of George E. Ohr (1857-1918), the self-proclaimed "Mad Potter of Biloxi,” as well as contemporary and historic exhibitions. 

Maritime Museum

In what was previously the “Seafood Capital of the World,” there is no better way to experience the 300 years of seafood industry that found its home on the Mississippi Gulf Coast than a tour through the Maritime & Seafood Museum. Explore a massive array of exhibits on shrimping, oystering, recreational fishing, wetlands, managing marine resources, charter boats, marine blacksmithing, wooden boat building, net-making, catboats/Biloxi skiff, shrimp peeling machine and numerous historic photographs and objects.

Afterwards, we recommend climbing aboard the Biloxi Schooner, an authentic replica of a Biloxi Oyster Schooner, for a truly unique look at the Mississippi Gulf Coast waters. For current sailing times, click here.

Infinity Science Center

INFINITY Science Center is a science museum offering a blend of space, Earth science, engineering and technology exhibits. The non-profit seeks to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers & mathematicians by providing a space for questions & wonder, a space where science is fun & accessible for everyone, no matter your age! Located just off of I-10 near the MS/LA border, it is definitely worth a visit either on your way in or out of town!

Mississippi Aquarium

Over in Gulfport lies the newest attraction on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Mississippi Aquarium tells the incredible story of all of Mississippi's aquatic resources from the Delta to the coastline. Featuring the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and beyond, the roaring waters of the mighty Mississippi River and the wetlands and marshes of the tranquil bayous, visitors will experience the importance of our aquatic resources. At first sight, it is impossible to miss the three, giant sails that adorn the entranceway. These are meant to represent education, conservation and community, the three pillars of the Mississippi Aquarium.

For tickets, visit their website here, and be prepared to explore the aquatic world of Coastal Mississippi in a whole new way.

Mardi Gras Museum

New Orleans isn’t the only place that celebrates Mardi Gras. That’s right, you can ”laissez les bons temps rouler” at the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum! Located in Biloxi, visitors to the museum will learn all about the kings and queens, krewes, costumes, parades and the people who make Mardi Gras such a magical time of year! For more information, you can visit their website here.