Things to Do in Hattiesburg, Mississippi    

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• Question: Why is Hattiesburg known as the "Hub City"?
  Answer: Hattiesburg is called the "Hub City" because it is located at the crossroads of six major US highways.
• Question: What is notable about Hattiesburg’s downtown district?
  Answer: The downtown district features well-preserved 19th-century homes and a district that celebrates African American heritage.
• Question: Why is Hattiesburg significant on the Blues Trail?
  Answer: Hattiesburg is an important spot on the Blues Trail due to the number of famous blues musicians who lived in the city.
• Question: What attractions can visitors enjoy in Hattiesburg?
  Answer: Visitors can enjoy the Hattiesburg Zoo, several military museums, and a spectacular rose garden on the University of Southern Mississippi campus.
• Question: What is the Longleaf Trace?
  Answer: The Longleaf Trace is a popular recreational trail that runs through Mississippi’s pine forests and rolling farmlands.

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