The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum will celebrate a major milestone on Wednesday, April 29, marking 30 years since opening its doors in 1996 alongside the completion of a $4 million renovation, the most significant upgrade in the museum’s history.
The evening will honor the legacy of Mississippi’s greatest athletes while showcasing newly enhanced exhibits and visitor experiences designed to inspire future generations.
A number of Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame inductees are expected to attend. The event is open to the public with tickets for sale on msfame.com.
(https://msfame.com/mississippi-sports-hall-of-fame-museum-to-celebrate-30th-anniversary-on-april-29/)
WHAT:
Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum 30th Anniversary Celebration
WHEN:
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum, 1152 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, MS 39216
WHO:
- Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum leadership
- Hall of Fame inductees
- Community leaders and Museum supporters
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
- Interviews with attending Hall of Fame inductees
- Interviews with Museum Leadership
- B-roll and photography of newly renovated spaces and exhibits
- Event coverage featuring guests and program highlights
INTERVIEW AVAILABILITY:
Andrea Patterson, Executive Director, is available for interviews in advance of the event. To schedule, please use contact the information above.