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2013 MSAE MID-YEAR CONFERENCE carousels. This national treasure, a delightful tourism draw as well as a local favorite, was manufactured around 1895 by Gustav Dentzel of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Seven original oil paintings, of museum quality, adorn the top crown. All the animals are meticulously handcarved of bass and poplar wood and have been professionally restored to their original beauty. Both the Carousel and the Carousel House are National Historic Landmarks. Jimmie Rodgers Museum The Father of Country Music, "the Singing Brakeman," was born and reared in the Meridian area. The museum contains the original guitar of Jimmie Rodgers and other memorabilia of his life and career, as well as railroad equipment from the steam engine era. THURSDAY EVENING RECEPTION: MERIDIAN MUSEUM OF ART THE BLUES BROTHERS® REVUE AT THE MSU RILEY CENTER They came to life in a 1970s Saturday Night Live skit, made the leap to the big screen with a cult classic movie, and even produced a sizable list of albums. The characters of Jake Blues™ and brother Elwood Blues™ live on through "The Official Blues Brothers® Revue," a touring show which features dancing, comedy, and an eight-piece band. DOWNTOWN MERIDIAN AFTER SHOW PUB CRAWL Brickhouse This neighborhood downtown bar provides a great intimate venue for live music. Rhythm and Brews A great place to watch a big sporting event, see live entertainment or meet people and have a great time. If you're ready to dance, Rhythm and Brews is the place to go. With a music themed reception, the night at the Meridian Museum of Art will get you ready for the lively Blues Brothers® Revue show following. Housed in a nationally listed landmark building, exhibits range from traditionally decorative arts to ethnographic and tribal materials, photography, crafts and artworks by contemporary Mississippi and Alabama artists. SPRING 2013 | CONNECTIONS Balcony Bar at Weidmann's Since 1870, Weidmann's has provided some of the greatest food available. The Balcony Bar upstairs provides an opportunity to sample this great food while enjoying their wide drink selections – over 45 beers to choose from – with heaping spoonfuls of live entertainment. 11