Forrest County Multipurpose Center, Hattiesburg

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The James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multipurpose Center is an arena and county fairgrounds located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. It consists of many buildings including: ()

Coordinates: 31°15'27"N, 89°16'35"W

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Hattiesburg United States

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+1 601-583-7500

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Forrest County Multipurpose Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mississippi Armed Forces Museum, Hattiesburg Zoo, Eureka School, African American Military History Museum.

5.1 miSE
Military museum, Museum
Mississippi Armed Forces Museum, Hattiesburg
131 min walk • The Mississippi Armed Forces Museum, nestled in the heart of Hattiesburg, stands as a tribute to the courage and sacrifice of American servicemen and women from all branches of the military. Located in Forrest County, Mississippi, this institution is dedicated...
5.1 miNW
Park-set zoo with animals and attractions
Hattiesburg Zoo, Hattiesburg
131 min walk • The Hattiesburg Zoo is a small 12-acre zoo located within Kamper Park in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States. The zoo is operated by the Hattiesburg Convention Commission. As of 2019, the Commission's executive director was Rick Taylor.
5.4 miN
Museum
Eureka School, Hattiesburg
138 min walk • Eureka School, located at 412 East 6th Street in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, was constructed in 1921 as a public school for African Americans. The school was the first brick school building for black students to be built in Mississippi.
5.4 miN
Military museum, Museum, History museum
African American Military History Museum, Hattiesburg
138 min walk • The African American Military History Museum, also known as East Sixth Street USO Building, located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, opened to the public on May 23, 2009. The museum building was originally constructed in 1942 as a USO Club for African American soldiers who were stationed at Camp Shelby.
6.9 miNW
Church
First Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg
175 min walk • First Presbyterian Church is a historic Presbyterian congregation in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, founded in 1882 by Rev. A. B. Coit. It was the first church in the town and predated Hattiesburg's own incorporation by two years.
5.9 miNW
Library
McCain Library and Archives, Hattiesburg
150 min walk • The McCain Library and Archives is the chief reserve library for The University of Southern Mississippi. It houses the items in Southern Mississippi's possession that are not available for checkout.
1.6 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Beverly Drive-In Theatre, Hattiesburg
41 min walk • Beverly Drive-In Theatre was constructed in 1948 as a cinema structure in Forrest County, Mississippi. The main screen measured 105 feet by 75 feet, and the theatre contained a paved parking area for 500 cars.
6.3 miNW
Basketball, Sport venue, Sport
Reed Green Coliseum, Hattiesburg
160 min walk • Reed Green Coliseum is an 8,095-seat multi-purpose arena in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States. Affectionately referred to by fans and local sportswriters as "The Yurt", it opened on December 6, 1965, and is home to the University of Southern Mississippi men's basketball team, women's basketball team and women's volleyball team.
6.1 miNW
Universities and schools
University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg
156 min walk • The University of Southern Mississippi is a public research university with its main campus in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's, master's, specialist, and doctoral degrees.
5.9 miNW
Sport venue, Sport
M. M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg
151 min walk • MM Roberts Stadium, also known as "The Rock", is an American football stadium located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. It is the home of The University of Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles football team.
6.4 miNW
Baseball, Baseball field, Sport venue
Pete Taylor Park, Hattiesburg
163 min walk • Pete Taylor Park is a baseball stadium located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, that is home to the Southern Miss Golden Eagles baseball team. In 2011, Southern Miss announced the expansion of Pete Taylor Park. The plans include adding 1,358 seats and expanding the seating capacity to 4,300.