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Explore the artisans that call Mississippi their home.

Jackson, MS – Celebrate Earth Day by joining us at LeFleur’s Bluff State Park on April 22, 2023, for the En Plein Air Paint Competition! This event, brought to you by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks and Pacesetter Gallery, will showcase 27 well-known Mississippi artists as they paint scenes of their choosing from LeFleur’s Bluff State Park.

The Lauren Rogers Museum and the city of Laurel are amid a celebration that has been a century in the making. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the world-class museum of art has been a cornerstone for Laurel and the state and has brought a collection of fine art and education together for the world to enjoy.

Mardi Gras season is in full swing and one catchy phrase you’ll traditionally hear during this time is laissez les bon temps rouler! Simply put, it means “let the good times roll.”

And that’s definitely what Mardi Gras is about. But what are some other Mardi Gras traditions? Here’s a list of the top Mardi Gras traditions and a brief history about them.