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Avery Rollins, MMNSF Board Member
Meet Avery Rollins, a sixth-generation Mississippian and an invaluable MMNS Foundation Board Member for over 20 years! From his early days exploring the Bogue Chitto River to a distinguished career with the FBI, Avery has always been driven by a passion for conservation and community. In retirement, he’s as adventurous as ever - white water canoeing, tree farming, and championing environmental causes in Mississippi and beyond. Learn how Avery’s lifetime of travel and deep roots in Mississippi fuel his work to protect the natural wonders right here at home.
Backyard Adventures Party
Over 300 Museum Foundation Members joined us to launch the Backyard Adventures Exhibit Premiere Party on May 23, 2025!
A huge thank you to our Sponsors, Board, Volunteers, and Museum Staff who made this event possible. Your support brings engaging, interactive experiences like this to life for our Members and visitors.
Jackie Posey Bailey, CPA, MMNSF Board Member
Meet Jackie Posey Bailey, a dedicated community leader and proud supporter of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science! After a successful career as a CPA and years of nonprofit service, Jackie brings her passion for giving back to the MMNS Foundation Board. Learn more about her journey and commitment to our community in our latest spotlight.
Museum Staff Spotlight: Marinee Humphries, Environmental/Natural Resources Specialist I
Meet Marinee Humphries, one of our all-star environmental specialists helping protect Mississippi’s wild side! Whether she’s wading through wetlands, diving into species data, or helping museum guests connect with conservation, Marinee brings energy, expertise, and a love for the outdoors to everything she does. From freshwater mussels to bumblebees, her work is all about discovery, impact, and hands-on adventure. Read on to learn how this former nursing student found her true calling in conservation!
With a background in studio art and psychology, she brings a creative touch to everything she doe! Her journey to the Museum? It all started with an opossum … Read more about Emma’s role and her favorite Museum moments in our latest Staff Spotlight!