Downtown Laurel's Best Photo Spots

It's no secret that Downtown Laurel is full of beautiful photo-ops, and that's why our neighbors at Lott Furniture Co. are sharing a list of the very best. Keep reading for some backdrops to kick up your Instagram feed hand-picked by the locals. 

 

1. "The Yard" at Laurel Mercantile

Two amazing murals, a shade tree, antique trucks; what more could you ask for?

Locals' Tip: Hop to this photo spot before 10am when The Merc opens to get beautiful morning light/pedestrian free photos all to yourself. 

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As this weekend draws to a close, our hearts are full as we had some family travel down for a quick visit. Jim and I were grateful to see loved ones and build some memories in our beloved Laurel - especially during this time of year with the holidays quickly approaching. Both our mamas came, and when it comes to home, there’s just some things that only a mama’s touch will do. You know, like organizing a closet or making a homemade apple pie. My heart is filled to the brim. Besides, we needed all the heartwarming moments we could get around here with all this cool, crisp air. Now pardon me while I go cut myself another sliver of that pie. #homesweethurt #iliveinlaurel

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These cool, drizzly mornings are 💯 #iliveinlaurel

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2. Laurel's Historic District

Our historic district is so darn photogenic, all the photographers around here flock to it.

Locals' Tip: You can take photos in front of both the Laurel Rogers Museum of Art and the Rogers-Green House across the street. Gardiner park is another local favorite! Head South, and find it after hanging a right off of 5th Ave on W 7th St. It'll be on your left!

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This darling bridal session in downtown Laurel has been blogged!!! Link in bio💛 #lauraarmourbrides

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My favorite intersection because it feeds my greenery obsession!

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3. The "Adam Trest" Wall

Right across from Trustmark Bank, this Eagle Scout project turned into a Downtown favorite! These banners are some beautiful Loblolly pines by one of our favorite Laurel artists, Adam Trest.

Locals' tip: This wall is right next to one of the biggest free parking lots in Downtown Laurel! It's also right behind the back entrance of Lee's Coffee & Tea.

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Saturday Squad Goals

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Love love the update that @thejesscooley has done on the side of our building! Another fun spot downtown for everyone to enjoy!! #iliveinlaurel #eaglescoutproject

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4. Maker's Alley

Maker's Alley is no secret photo spot. Just about every local has taken photos back here!

The beautiful bricks, old doors, and soft sunlight are just begging for a photo-shoot.

Fun Fact: Sometime in the 80s, the Hawaiian Tropics Girls took a group photo in front of this door! We wish we could show you!

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9 years and 3 days old and Ava is already way cuter/photogenic than I’ll ever be. I can’t believe she’s growing up so fast.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS: February 17, @michaelnfoster will be in-store taking ambrotypes. Make your appt. by clicking the link in our profile, and read a little about the process and our take on #heirlooms - new journal up now. #guildandgentry #distinctlymasculine #heirloomsandlegacies #journal #ambrotype

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5. Under the Lott Furniture Co. Sign

Lott Furniture Co. is a must stop. We are the oldest retail business in Laurel, and our Lott sign is original from the 1920s.

Many visitors have taken photos with Rodney right in this spot. Erin and Mallorie approved!

Come in and ask Rodney where his other favorite photo spots are!

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This is Josie from Georgia. She's such a fan of #hgtvhometown that she chose to spend her last days of summer in Laurel! As a true superfan she told me she loves @erinapier and @scotsman.co equally! I loved spending time with her sweet family today. Ya'll come back soon! #downtownlaurel #laurelms #hometown #mississippi #lottfurnitureco

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It was a good day. Thanks to my friends @erinapier and @malraz for being so awesome. Props to the #hgtvhometown2 crew. Ya'll are the best! #downtownlaurel #laurelms #hgtv #hometown #hgtvhometown #lottfurnitureco

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6. The Downtown Laurel Mural

Laurelites are real proud of this mural! This is great proof of your trip to Mississippi's Home Town.

Fun Fact: This mural was designed by Erin Napier herself for a local leadership group!

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So long sweet #Laurel 👋🏻Thank @sweetsomethingsbednbreakfast for your kindness and a perfect 26th birthday! 🎈 • • • • #visitlaurel #laurelmississippi #mississippi #visitmississippi #thesouth #southern #charming #hometown #hgtvhometown #hgtv #thankful #sweetsomethingsbakery #sweetsomethingsbednbreakfast #travel #roadtrip #weekend #sunday #sundayfunday #weekendvibes #goodmorning

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Well, it's here. A little over two and a half years and it's finally here. I hope y'all watch it. I hope y'all love it. I hope you visit our little town. 9:00 pm central on @HGTV, and at 7:30, HGTV Facebook live. (📷: @zarias)

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