The Meridian Museum of Art (MMA) is housed in the historic Old Carnegie Library building, which was constructed in 1912-13, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and as a Mississippi Landmark. The Museum seeks to promote and support the art, artists, and art programs of our area and region through art education, exhibitions, collections, collaborations with other organizations, special events, and community involvement. MMA programs are designed to further these goals and to make art accessible to everyone in the community. The Museum serves an audience from across the state and region, but primarily from Meridian and Lauderdale County and the surrounding counties: Kemper, Neshoba, Newton, Jasper, and Clarke (in MS), and Sumter and Choctaw (in AL).

Sponsorships

MMA Corporate Sponsorship
Levels & Benefits

Platinum $10,000

Sponsorship level

Listed as presenting Presenting Sponsor for all Museums programs and events during the year.

Receive the use of the Museum for four evenings for guests of the Sponsor.

Gold $5,000

Silver $2,500

Bronze $1,000

Sponsorship level

Listed as major sponsor for one event or program of sponsor’s choice.

Allows one Patron membership to specified individuals.

Corporate Friend $600

Sponsorship level

Listed as sponsor on one event or program of sponsors choice.

MUSEUM MARKETING

Marketing materials for Museum events are produced by advertising professionals who donate their time and talents to the Museum. Sponsors are prominently featured throughout MMA marketing efforts, which include:

During the Event

Programs, props, and signage credit the sponsors.

Direct Mail

1,000 brochures sent to the Museum’s extensive mailing lists.

Fliers

At locations throughout the city, county, and at various sites within a 100-mile radius in Mississippi and Alabama.

Posters

Displayed at shops, businesses, and public buildings in Meridian and Lauderdale County, as well as selected sites within a 100-mile radius.

Tickets

Promoted and sold at sponsor locations and the Museum.

Radio

Promos, PSAs, and guest appearances.

Television

Live appearances, PSAs, and commercials on WTOK and WMDN, and promotion on Comcast’s Calendar

Newspaper

Story and updates in the Meridian Star and coverage in regional newspapers.

Community Calendars

EMBDC, Meridian Arts Council, Meridian Star, Comcast

Lauderdale County Tourism Bureau

Event included with promotions to potential visitors.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

ART PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN (Year-round)

Youth art education programs that include summer classes, seasonal workshops, tours, exhibits, and support of the art programs of local schools and other organizations.

ART FOR MERIDIAN

Spectacular event that includes live entertainment, music, cocktails, a gourmet dinner, door prizes, complimentary gifts, and an auction of artwork by the finest artists in the Southeast.

BI-STATE ART COMPETITION

Oldest juried art competition in the region, featuring the finest artists in Mississippi and Alabama competing for top awards.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAM (February)

Powerful program that brings to life the people, places, and events of African-American history through performances, storytelling, period music, film, and original artwork.

MARTINIS AT THE MUSEUM

Membership drive event that features traditional and specialty martinis, a “Great Tastes of Meridian” buffet, door prizes, a silent auction, and a demonstration by a special guest artist.

MEMBERSHIP GALA

Special event that includes the reception for the Members Show, a thank-you to MMA supporters, and a celebration of the Museum’s history.

PATRON’S PARTY

Gala for Museum members at the Patron level or above, held at one of the finest homes in Meridian, featuring fine food, great music, and outstanding artwork by a special guest artist.