Known as "Hub City," Hattiesburg, Mississippi is centrally located at the intersections of three U.S. Highways and one Interstate highway as well as within 100 miles of the state capital of Jackson, the Gulf Coast, New Orleans, and Mobile.

Hattiesburg's convenient location has spawned one of the most dynamic and fastest growing areas in the Southeast. The area has been nationally recognized for its livability in terms of healthcare, retirement, business relocation and destination popularity.

Listed among the 150 communities in the United States desirable for retirement living, retirees can enjoy a year-round active lifestyle due to the area's temperate climate and abundant cultural activities. Add to these opportunities Hattiesburg's #1 national healthcare rating and you'll see why it is designated as a Mississippi Certified Retirement City.

Hattiesburg's cultural and recreational opportunities are enjoyed not only by seniors. Hattiesburg is home to Mississippi's largest university, University of Southern Mississippi, making it a popular place for young people as well. One of only twelve colleges and universities in the U.S. to be accredited in all four disciplines of visual arts, music, theatre and dance, USM contributes significantly to the city's culture opportunities. Outside the campus limits you'll find numerous museums and galleries such as the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art or the Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby.

History buffs can get a glimpse of the area's evolution from depot stop in the 1800s to its current status as regional center of the Southeast by visiting the Hub City Historical District, where you can see the various architectural styles representative of the period including Italianate, Classical Revival, Commercial Prairie and Art Deco. Hub City is just one of the city's many historical districts. In fact Hattiesburg has one of the largest, most intact historic districts in southeast Mississippi, encompassing 115 acres and featuring a variety of architectural styles.

Looking to get some fresh air? In Hattiesburg you'll find a number of state and local parks, water parks, campgrounds, canoe and kayak rentals and other outdoor recreational opportunities. Take a ride down one of Flint Creek's four giant water slides, rent a paddleboat at Pep's Point or paddle down the Okatoma River on an overnight canoe trip.

Golfers will enjoy one of Hattiesburg's nationally rated golf courses such as Timberton Golf Club and Canebrake Golf Club, both of which have been ranked 4.5 stars by Golf Digest, among other national accolades.

Whether you're retiring to Hattiesburg or simply visiting this historical city, you're sure find an abundance of cultural, historical, and recreational activities to entertain you.