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Kate Lobrano House Historical Society
WAVELAND
It’s the perfect beach town if you want to avoid crowds and it’s also home to a coastal state park. The 1.8-mile nature trail at Buccaneer State Park takes you through the wetlands with a chance to check out the local wildlife and has a waterpark and an 18-hole disc golf course to enjoy. And you don’t want to miss a sundown beach stroll because wide-open sunsets are just more glorious in “The Hospitality City.”
DIAMONDHEAD
Named after a volcanic tuff cone on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, the name was selected in hopes that it would attract quick-witted coastal residents or clever travelers looking to relocate. It seemed to work, as Diamondhead was deemed the smartest city in the state, with 97 percent of residents having a bachelor’s degree or higher. Diamondhead is also a top choice for snowbirds looking to relocate due to its countless amenities.
In addition to these cities, Hancock County also incorporates the Kiln and Pearlington, two censure- designated places that have an atmosphere all their own. The Kiln (pronounced “Kill”) is a local favorite, known for McLeod Park, Lazy Magnolia Brewery, and The Broke Spoke, a bar made famous by Brett Favre himself! Over in Pearlington, get ready to blast off at INFINITY Science Center, a learning experience that's out of this world. Pearlington is also home to the NASA’s Stennis Space Center, NASA's primary rocket propulsion test site and the largest of its kind in America.
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Diamondhead Marina
Waveland Lighthouse
NASA’s Stennis Space Center