Student Tour Of Meridian, Mississippi...
 

Arrival

8:45 - 9:30 a.m. Dunn's Fall 

Located on the Chunky River, Dunn's Falls is a 65-foot waterfall once as a power source for a gristmill and the manufacture of Stetson hats. Admission is $1 per person. 

9:45 - 10:15 a.m. Bamboo Emu Farm 

Come see these fascinating animals. Emu products such as hand-painted eggs, emu oil shampoo and conditioner, body lotion, heal cream, foot and nail therapy are available. Call for a tour appointment Admission: free.

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Causeyville General Store 

1895 general store and gristmill; listed on the National Register of Historic Places; original fixtures. Mechanical Musical Museum is one of the most popular attractions. Admission: Free.

11:30 - 12:45 p.m. Bonita Lakes for Sack Lunches 

City-owned, this 3,300 acre park is situated on three lakes. Park features nature trails, jogging, walking track, biking, horseback riding trails, pavilion, other picnic facilities, boat ramps, paddle boats, concessions and fishing. Admission: free. 

1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Dentzel Carousel 

In operation since 1909, this National Historic Landmark is the world's only two-row stationary Dentzel menagerie. Manufactured around 1895 by Gustav Dentzel of Philadelphia, Penn., the carousel features meticulously hand-carved animals of bass and poplar wood. Original oil paintings of museum quality adorn the top crown. Each piece has been restored to its original beauty. Admission: $1.00 per person for tour and ride. 

Departure

 

This and other customized itineraries can be created to meet your group's specific needs by contacting us at Meridian/ Lauderdale County Tourism at 1-888-868-7720. All items are not finalized and are subject to change.

 

 

Meridian/Lauderdale County Tourism Bureau

P.O. Box 5313

Meridian, MS 39302

601-482-8001/888-868-7720