Best Free Things to Do For Kids and Adults in Meridian, Mississippi
For Kids:
- Bonita Lakes Park:
- Three lakes for fishing and paddling
- Playground and picnic areas
- Walking and biking trails
- Highland Park:
- Historic carousel (small fee may apply)
- Playground and splash pad
- Dentzel Carousel Museum (free admission)
- Meridian Museum of Art:
- Free admission
- Rotating exhibits of local and regional art
For Adults:
- Meridian Civil War Trail:
- Self-guided tour of historic sites
- Learn about Meridian’s role in the Civil War
- Jimmie Rodgers Museum:
- Free admission (donations appreciated)
- Explore the life of the “Father of Country Music”
- Rose Hill Cemetery:
- Historic cemetery with beautiful sculptures
- Final resting place of Gypsy Queen Kelly Mitchell
