{"id":13196,"date":"2022-06-10T12:09:10","date_gmt":"2022-06-10T17:09:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=13196"},"modified":"2024-03-18T10:38:27","modified_gmt":"2024-03-18T15:38:27","slug":"eat-stay-play-jackson-county","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/experiences\/eat-stay-play-jackson-county\/","title":{"rendered":"EAT, STAY, PLAY: Coastal Mississippi &#8211; Jackson County"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mississippi Gulf Coast is more than just where the water meets the sand. Visitors to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gulfcoast.org\/\">The Secret Coast<\/a> will find 62 miles of shoreline and a host of small, coastal communities spread out across three unique Mississippi counties. From a relaxing beachfront park to non-stop entertainment and nightlife at one of the coast&#8217;s casino resorts, there is a weekend trip or a summer vacation for anyone. Here are just a few options in this ocean front community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> Eat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Shed-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The Shed\" class=\"wp-image-14011 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Shed-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The Shed\" class=\"wp-image-14011 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Shed-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Shed-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Shed-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Shed-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Shed-540x304.jpg 540w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Shed.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theshedbbq.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Shed BBQ &amp; Blues Joint<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serving up pork, beef, chicken, sausage, crawfish and &#8220;Shed&#8221;- style sides, this award-winning barbecue joint has a rightful claim to some of the best BBQ in America, served up in a scaled-down atmosphere featuring local brews and live music.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/vestige-1024x525.jpg\" alt=\"Alex Perry of the Ocean Springs restaurant, Vestige\" class=\"wp-image-21911 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/vestige-1024x525.jpg\" alt=\"Alex Perry of the Ocean Springs restaurant, Vestige\" class=\"wp-image-21911 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/vestige-1024x525.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/vestige-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/vestige-768x394.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/vestige-1536x787.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/vestige-540x277.jpg 540w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/vestige.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/vestigerestaurant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vestige<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This locally owned and operated contemporary American restaurant features seasonal, sustainable, and local ingredients in wholesome, Japanese-inspired dishes. Located in beautiful downtown Ocean Springs, the menu at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vestigerestaurant.com\/\">Vestige<\/a> is a love letter to the Gulf Coast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ScrantonsRestaurant_1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13203 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ScrantonsRestaurant_1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13203 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ScrantonsRestaurant_1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ScrantonsRestaurant_1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ScrantonsRestaurant_1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ScrantonsRestaurant_1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ScrantonsRestaurant_1-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ScrantonsRestaurant_1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scrantons.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scranton&#8217;s Restaurant &amp; Catering<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Pascagoula, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scrantons.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scranton&#8217;s Restaurant &amp; Catering<\/a> offers fine dining in an historical location, and it also boasts a full-service venue for wedding receptions, business events, and private parties. With a selection of flavorful traditional dishes, Scranton&#8217;s has been serving the Coast for more than 35 years.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Roost-Coast-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19981 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Roost-Coast-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19981 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Roost-Coast-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Roost-Coast-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Roost-Coast-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Roost-Coast-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Roost-Coast-540x360.jpg 540w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Roost-Coast.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roostoceansprings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Roost<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This renovated and expanded mid-20th-century property is an historic landmark in Ocean Springs. The property is surrounded with live oaks and sits just a short walk from picturesque downtown Ocean Springs. Guests can enjoy a year-round swim in the property&#8217;s heated pool or sip on a craft cocktail at The Wilbur, a speakeasy-style bar with a menu of drinks and mouthwatering bites.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/The-Beatnik-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The Beatnik\" class=\"wp-image-17500 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/The-Beatnik-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The Beatnik\" class=\"wp-image-17500 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/The-Beatnik-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/The-Beatnik-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/The-Beatnik-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/The-Beatnik-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/The-Beatnik-540x304.jpg 540w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/The-Beatnik.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehotelbeatnik.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Beatnik<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tap into the Gulf Coast&#8217;s creative side with a stay at The Beatnik, a recent addition to the Ocean Springs community that features four modern, floating cabins complete with wet bars and private outdoor showers. With an upscale, natural aesthetic and a variety of lush amenities like a plunge pool and native garden, this modern guesthouse offers a quiet place to rest and enjoy the Secret Coast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Magnolia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13206 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Magnolia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13206 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Magnolia.jpg 960w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Magnolia-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Magnolia-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Magnolia-540x358.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandmagnolia.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gulfcoast.org\/listings\/grand-magnolia-suites-%26-ballroom\/4733\/\">The Grand Magnolia Suites<\/a><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located just two blocks north of the Main Street District in downtown Pascagoula, this seven-suite boutique hotel located on 3.5 acres offers a light continental breakfast each morning, private baths and vanities in each suite and full access to the beautiful 1894 home. Guests can stay the night to explore the Mississippi Gulf Coast or take advantage of a variety of event planning packages for weddings and special events.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tPlay\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Boardwalk-3_Pascagoula-River-Audubon-Center_Moss-Point_2022_CB.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13207 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Boardwalk-3_Pascagoula-River-Audubon-Center_Moss-Point_2022_CB.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13207 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Boardwalk-3_Pascagoula-River-Audubon-Center_Moss-Point_2022_CB.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Boardwalk-3_Pascagoula-River-Audubon-Center_Moss-Point_2022_CB-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Boardwalk-3_Pascagoula-River-Audubon-Center_Moss-Point_2022_CB-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Boardwalk-3_Pascagoula-River-Audubon-Center_Moss-Point_2022_CB-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Boardwalk-3_Pascagoula-River-Audubon-Center_Moss-Point_2022_CB-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Boardwalk-3_Pascagoula-River-Audubon-Center_Moss-Point_2022_CB-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandmagnolia.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/pascagoula.audubon.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pascagoula.audubon.org\/\">Pascagoula River Audubon Center<\/a><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 5,000-square-foot <a href=\"https:\/\/pascagoula.audubon.org\/\">Pascagoula River Audubon Center<\/a> serves as a gateway to the largest free-flowing river in the lower 48 states. Guests can experience and learn about birds and wildlife, enjoy a native plant botanical garden, and visit a nature-based fine art gallery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/original_Walter-Anderson-Museum1_fbe402c4-5056-a36a-066bc95e32a3023d.jpg\" alt=\"Walter Anderson Museum of Art\" class=\"wp-image-3478 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"448\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/original_Walter-Anderson-Museum1_fbe402c4-5056-a36a-066bc95e32a3023d.jpg\" alt=\"Walter Anderson Museum of Art\" class=\"wp-image-3478 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/original_Walter-Anderson-Museum1_fbe402c4-5056-a36a-066bc95e32a3023d.jpg 448w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/original_Walter-Anderson-Museum1_fbe402c4-5056-a36a-066bc95e32a3023d-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/original_Walter-Anderson-Museum1_fbe402c4-5056-a36a-066bc95e32a3023d-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/original_Walter-Anderson-Museum1_fbe402c4-5056-a36a-066bc95e32a3023d-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 448px) 100vw, 448px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walterandersonmuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walter Anderson Museum of Art<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Opened in 1991, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walterandersonmuseum.org\/\">Walter Anderson Museum of Art<\/a> is dedicated to sharing the art and artistry of Walter Inglis Anderson, one of Mississippi&#8217;s premier artists. 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With ancient live oak-lined streets and a passion for the arts, <a href=\"http:\/\/oceanspringschamber.com\/\">Ocean Springs<\/a> is one of the Secret Coasts most enjoyable vacation spots.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep wandering the coast&#8230; Be sure to check out the action in <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/experiences\/eat-stay-play-hancock-county\/\">Hancock County<\/a> &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/experiences\/eat-stay-play-harrison-county\/\">Harrison County<\/a> as well.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Mississippi Gulf Coast is more than just where the water meets the sand. Visitors to The Secret Coast will find 62 miles of shoreline and a host of small, coastal communities spread out across three unique Mississippi counties. 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