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Autism-Friendly Things to Do in Gulfport, Mississippi

Places to go and things to do with an autistic child on the Mississippi Gulf Coast — from Lynn Meadows Discovery Center to the beaches — plus how to plan outings that actually work.

Finding places where your child can relax and have fun matters. This page covers autism- and sensory-friendly options on the Coast and how to set an outing up for success.

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Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Children's museum · sensory day

Mississippi's first children's museum, in Gulfport, runs a Sensory Friendly Day for children and families with autism and sensory-processing differences.

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Mississippi Aquarium

Aquarium · outdoor spaces

Gulfport aquarium with indoor and outdoor exhibits; ask about quieter times and any sensory supports.

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Disability Connection

Inclusive community events

Gulfport nonprofit hosting inclusive events, resource fairs, and community programs for people with disabilities and their families.

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