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All the United States Mississippi Meridian

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Meridian

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Meridian, Mississippi

Updated April 21, 2025

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The Rose Hill Cemetery, where Queen Kelly Mitchell is buried.

Meridian, Mississippi

Grave of Kelly Mitchell

The simple gravesite of a Romany clan leader is dotted with offerings, including cans of her favorite drink, Crush orange soda.
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Meridian, Mississippi

Soulé Steam Feed Works

The last intact steam engine factory in the United States.

Meridian, Mississippi

Jimmie Rodgers Museum

This small museum showcases the Singing Brakeman's yodeling prowess, railroad roots, and country music stardom.
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Simmons-Wright Company Store

This historic general store still operates much as it did in the late 1800s.
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