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    Meridian, city, seat of Lauderdale county, eastern Mississippi, U.S., lying 93 miles (150 km) east of Jackson.
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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.
    Meridian was home to two Carnegie libraries, one for whites and one for African Americans. The Carnegie Branch Library, now demolished, was one of a number of Carnegie libraries built for blacks in the Southern United States during the segregation era. The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience (the MAX) is located in downtown Meridian.
    Meridian has been described as "the safest city in Mississippi with more than 30,000 people." The East Mississippi Correctional Facility is located in unincorporated Lauderdale County, near Meridian. It is operated by the GEO Group on behalf of the Mississippi Department of Corrections.
    The Mississippi Department of Mental Health operates the East Mississippi State Hospital in Meridian. The United States Postal Service operates the Meridian, North Meridian, and the West Meridian Station post offices. In state politics, the Mississippi Senate district map divides the city into three sections.
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    Meridian, Mississippi - Wikipedia

    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 obtained by the United States under the terms of the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek in … See more

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    Early on, the economy depended greatly upon the railroads in the area. The city was the largest in Mississippi around the start of the 20th … See more

    Meridian has operated under the mayor-council or "strong mayor" form of government since 1985. A mayor is elected every four … 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 more

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    Meridian is located in the East Central Hills region of Mississippi in Lauderdale County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 54.50 square miles … See more

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    As of the 2020 United States Census, there were 35,052 people, 15,947 households, and 9,285 families residing in the city. See more

    One 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

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    WEBJul 20, 1998 · Meridian, city, seat of Lauderdale county, eastern Mississippi, U.S., lying 93 miles (150 km) east of Jackson. In 1854 the …

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    WEB1. MSU Riley Center. 80. Theatres. By MichelleV686. After eating supper at Weidman’s (one block away), we attended the “Symphony Doodah” at the beautiful Riley Center... 2. Bonita Lakes Park. 111. Bodies of Water • …

  9. Meridian is a historic city in Mississippi that offers a rich cultural and artistic heritage. You can explore … See more
    Meridian is a historic city in Mississippi that offers a rich cultural and artistic heritage. You can explore the Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience, a museum that showcases the state's creative talents, from music and literature to visual arts and drama. You can also learn about the city's role in the civil rights movement at the Meridian Civil Rights Trail, which features landmarks and monuments related to the Freedom Summer of 1964. For some outdoor fun, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Bonita Lakes Park, a 3,300-acre natural area with trails, fishing, and boating. Meridian is a place where you can discover the history, culture, and nature of Mississippi.
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    WEBLast updated on April 27, 2023. Would you like an authentic Mississippi experience filled with history, nature, music, and food? Look no further than Meridian, which is rapidly becoming one of the most exciting …

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  13. History of Meridian, Mississippi - Wikipedia

    WEBThe 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 …