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Meridian is the eighth most populous city in the U.S. state of Mississippi, with a population of 35,052 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Lauderdale County and the principal city of the Meridian, Mississippi Micropolitan Statistical Area. Along major highways, the city is 93 mi (150 km) east of Jackson; 154 mi … See more
Early History
Previously inhabited by the Choctaw Native Americans, the area now called Meridian was… See moreEarly on, the economy depended greatly upon the railroads in the area. The city was the largest in Mississippi around the start of the 20th century, with five major rail lines and 44 trains coming in and out daily. The city's economy not only depended on the … See more
Meridian has operated under the mayor-council or "strong mayor" form of government since 1985. A mayor is elected every four years by the population at-large. The five … See more
Meridian is located in the East Central Hills region of Mississippi in Lauderdale County. According to the United States Census Bureau,… See more
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As of the 2020 United States Census, there were 35,052 people, 15,947 households,… See moreOne of the first art organizations in the city, The Meridian Art League, was established in February 1933. Art exhibitions were originally held in Lamar Hotel in downtown… See more
Railroads and public transit
Amtrak's Crescent train connects Meridian with the cities of New York, New York; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Baltimore, Maryland; Washington, D.C.; Charlotte, North Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia; Birmingham, … See moreWikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license Welcome to the City of Meridian, MS - City of Meridian, MS
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Mar 15, 2024 · DOWNTOWN MERIDIAN. Enjoy one-of-a-kind museums, historic theaters, unique specialty shops, fine (and fun) dining, craft brews, and a stunning new boutique hotel, all right downtown. LEARN MORE.
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