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Meridian is the eighth most populous city in the U.S. state of Mississippi, [2] with a population of 35,052 at the 2020 census. [3] It is the county seat of Lauderdale County and the principal city of the Meridian, Mississippi Micropolitan Statistical Area.
Meridian, city, seat of Lauderdale county, eastern Mississippi, U.S., lying 93 miles (150 km) east of Jackson. In 1854 the site was chosen as the junction of the Vicksburg and Montgomery and the Mobile and Ohio railway lines about 20 miles (30 km) from the Alabama border.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Between 1890 and 1930, Meridian proudly stood as the state’s largest city and a trailblazer in manufacturing. Much of the iconic skyline we see today took shape during this era.
The history of Meridian, Mississippi begins in the early 19th century before European-American settlement. Originally settled by the Choctaw Indians, the land was bought by the United States according to the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek in 1830.
- Visit the MAX. Best Places to Stay. A landmark project that transformed Meridian, Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (or MAX) is a must-visit not only for the city but for the U.S. as a whole.
- Visit the Museum of the "Father of Country Music" Best Places to Stay. The state of Mississippi is a mecca for music lovers. Blues was born here, revolutionizing music worldwide.
- Catch a Performance at Local Historic Venues. Best Places to Stay. Meridian is home to spectacular historic theatres. Two of them get a special mention.
- Stay at an Architectural Icon. Prices & Photos. How about a night in one of the most iconic buildings in the South? Of course, we’re talking about the Threefoot Building, a symbol of Meridian that towers above the Downtown with its sixteen stores and recognizable brown-brick look.
Meridian, Mississippi, in Lauderdale county, is located 86 miles E of Jackson, Mississippi (center to center) and is 185 miles NE of New Orleans, Louisiana. The city has a population of appr...
Nov 11, 2015 · Things to Do in Meridian, Mississippi: See Tripadvisor's 12,399 traveler reviews and photos of Meridian tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in September. We have reviews of the best places to see in Meridian.
