Posts from: April 2022

Public Art in Coastal Mississippi

Apr. 28, 2022

Whether you want to get lost in an art museum or explore a quirky seaside gallery, The Secret Coast is the perfect place to indulge your inner art-enthusiast. One of our favorite ways to spend an art-filled day on the Coast is traveling from town to town and viewing the multitude of public art installations and murals scattered around our region. From large-scale murals in the middle of downtowns to beach-front sculptures, Coastal Mississippi is brimming with art of all kinds thanks to our mixture of local creatives! We've created a list of…

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Top Cool Down Treats in Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Apr. 28, 2022

With a year-round temperate climate and long summers, we relish our time outdoors in Coastal Mississippi. Though, all of the time spent outdoors beckons the need to cool down. And what better way to get cool than with cold, sweet treats? We've made a list of the Top Cool Down Treats here on The Secret Coast. From custards to cones and shakes to sundaes, get ready to visit them all because summer just began! Tropical Treats New Orleans Style Sno-Balls Tropical Treats is located in the Long Beach Harbor and serves ice-cold sweet treats that…

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The Ship Island Experience

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Apr. 28, 2022

If you've never been to Ship Island, then you might not know how secluded and pristine its beaches are. You might not even knowthat you could visit! You'll be pleased to hear that you can and should if you want to experience one of the most memorable beach days you’ve ever had…

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Celebrate National Shrimp Day in Coastal Mississippi

Apr. 28, 2022

National Shrimp Day is May 10, and what better way to celebrate this bountiful delicacy than with a visit to what was once known as the seafood capital of the world ! Coastal Mississippi’s history, culture, and communities truly revolve around the Gulf of Mexico and its maritime and seafood industry. The Gulf Coast region produces 69% of the nation’s domestic shrimp, and 90% of species in the Gulf of Mexico nest in the Mississippi Sound. Where once stood rows of seafood processing plants and boat building facilities surrounded by endless mountains of oyster shells, you will now see attractions, excursions, and restaurants offering an opportunity to discover and devour The Secret Coast’s deep-rooted history with seafood…

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