George Ohr’s 169th Birthday Bash
Date and Time
Saturday Jul 11, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT
Fees/Admission
George Ohr’s Birthday Bash is free and open to the public and offers a lively way for families, artists, and visitors to come together in celebration of local creativity and one of Mississippi’s most original cultural figures.
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Description
Join us at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art on Saturday, July 11, 2026 for George Ohr’s 169th Birthday Bash. A free day of live music, art, family fun, and community celebration on the museum campus.
The event honors Biloxi’s own George Ohr, known as the “Mad Potter,” and celebrates
what would have been his 169th birthday. Guests can enjoy:
- Live performances by: Symone French, TG Blues, and The Terrapins
- Maker’s Market
- Ceramic Pop Up
- Art activities
- games, and more
For more information, visit georgeohr.org or follow the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art on social media.
Printed courtesy of mscoastchamber.com/ – Contact the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. for more information.
11975 Seaway Road Suite B120, Gulfport, MS 39503 – (228) 604-0014 – info@mscoastchamber.com