EMBARK WITH US ON
OUR MAIDEN VOYAGE
NOW OPEN! The Traveler is a dynamic new space inspired by Walter Anderson’s adventurous spirit and his travels across the world and into his own Southern wild. Housed in a renovated century-old building directly behind the Museum, The Traveler has been reimagined as a coffee shop and restaurant, a cultural and community hub, and an immersive contemporary art exhibition.
Like Shearwater Pottery, also nearly 100 years old, The Traveler champions creative economy, craftsmanship, and local sourcing. Almost everything at The Traveler, from furniture to native plantings to coffee cups, is artist-designed, -curated, or -made.
As we embark on our Maiden Voyage, we invite you to be part of our evolving story. Whether you're stopping in for a quiet morning ritual, a midday retreat, or a special gathering under the stars, The Traveler is a serene haven for inspiration and discovery.
1007 Joseph Street, Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM
Saturday 8AM - 5PM
Sunday 8AM - 2PM
Friday Night Popup 6 - 10PM
*For daily chef specials and pop-up menu specials, please check social media.



CATERING
The Traveler Café also serves as a unique rental venue, accommodating up to 45 guests indoors with additional seating on the porch and lawn. On-site catering is available for events across the WAMA campus, as well as smaller take-home options for the holidays or intimate gatherings.
Check out our Catering Menus below! If you are interested in catering, please fill out the form.
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FOOD & DRINK
Diners can “sip from Shearwater” mugs, and sample daily breakfast and lunch menus themed around Walter Anderson’s travels to Asia, Central America, France and across the South.

GALLERIES
Inside, vistors will enter an immersive and interactive contemporary art exhibition, drawing connections between the Anderson legacy and contemporary craft and creative economy.

GREENSPACE
The landscape will include public art installations, walking paths, native plantings, a performance stage and edible gardens.
UPCOMING EVENTS:


Sat, Dec 13Ocean Springs
Mon, Dec 15Ocean Springs
Thu, Dec 18Ocean Springs
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS




