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Come explore a Smithsonian exhibition!
\nJuly 4 – August 15, 2026<\/p>\n

Travel to innovative rural communities across the nation. Spark! Places of Innovation explores stories of towns that tapped into existing strengths to confront challenges and create opportunities. See how their unique combination of place, people, and creativity ignited change – socially, artistically, technologically, or culturally. Be inspired to spark innovation in your town town today! <\/p>\n

Discover Meridian's SPARK!
\nInnovation, Creativity, Community. Heritage, Explore the People, places and ideas that helped shape Meridian, Mississippi – from steam-powered manufacturing and aviation pioneers to groundbreaking musicians, artists, educators, inventors and entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n

Featured exhibits include: Soule' Steam Museum, Peavey Electronics, Jimmie Rodgers, Grand Operator House \/ MSU Riley Center, Meridian Arts Community, Maker Faire Meridian, Key Brothers Endurance Flight, Matty Hersee Hospital, Meridian Main Street, and The MAX. Big ideas can come from small towns!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Come explore a Smithsonian exhibition! July 4 – August 15, 2026 Travel to innovative rural communities across the nation. Spark! Places of Innovation explores stories of towns that tapped into existing strengths to confront challenges and create opportunities. See how [\u2026]<\/p>\n

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