# Event Details

- **Event Name**: MAC Presents: A Day for Artists 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: MAC Presents: A Day for Artists is designed to empower, educate, and equip Mississippi artists of all kinds.About this EventMAC Presents: A Day for Artists, in partnership with The MAX in Meridian, is designed to empower, educate, and equip Mississippi artists of all kinds. At this event, artists will create, learn, and explore together. There will be opportunities to build relationships, expand access to resources, and grow your professional skills. In the afternoon, The MAX comes alive with artist-led studio activations (2D, 3D, recording studio, and classroom). You will also be able to speak directly with statewide and national artist service organizations about opportunities they provide for artists—from residencies to grants, professional development, and employment opportunities. Top it off by hopping on the trolley to tour the Meridian Museum of Art and downtown mural tour. Whatever adventure you choose, this day is for YOU, Mississippi artists.Agenda?: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMRegistrationInfo: Join us for Registration in the Lobby of the MAX, Meridian?: 09:30 AM - 09:45 AMWelcome and Introductions?: 09:45 AM - 10:45 AMCreating TogetherInfo: Attendees will sit at round tables and everyone will participate in an art activity!?: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AMArt Break?: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PMConcurrent Professional Development SessionsInfo: Join us for three smaller break out sessions focused on topics lifted as important by our artist community: Branding and Websites, Diverse Revenue Sources, and How to Become a Teaching Artist!?: 12:15 PM - 01:30 PMLunchInfo: Join us for lunch provided at the MAX!?: 01:30 PM - 04:00 PMAfternoon Art Activations?: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMImagine a future for Meridian's historic bus station!Info: Join us at the historic bus station, located at 212 Constitution Avenue in Meridian, directly adjacent to the MAX. Beverages donated by Mitchell Distributing + Magnolia Beverage Company.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/meridian/mac-presents-a-day-for-artists-2026/100001988323773932
- **Event Categories**: art, trips-adventures, job-fairs
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 7 hours
  - Location: Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.85, max: 17.85, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Meridian
- **state**: MS
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
- **lat**: 32.3628412
- **long**: -88.6985988
- **full address**: Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX), 2155 Front Street, Meridian, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is MAC Presents: A Day for Artists 2026 being held?
  - **A:** MAC Presents: A Day for Artists 2026 takes place on Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX), 2155 Front Street, Meridian, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing MAC Presents: A Day for Artists 2026?
  - **A:** MAC Presents: A Day for Artists 2026 is organized by Mississippi Arts Commission.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** MAC Presents: A Day for Artists 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Meridian, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If MAC Presents: A Day for Artists 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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