The Mississippi Automated Resource Information System (MARIS) Technical Center provides access to Mississippi's statewide geographic information system (GIS). Through the MARIS website we offer you access to a range of resources, including: search and retrieval of data descriptions (metadata) - retrieval of Mississippi data sets - posting of news related to GIS developments - announcements of upcoming meetings and events - mapping of data sets - access and retrieval to aerial photography covering Mississippi MARIS MISSION Serve as the legislative mechanism within Mississippi state government to provide for the systematic arrangement, availability, and use of digital natural and cultural resource information Encourage compatibility of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data distribution within state government. MARIS has been serving Mississippi's GIS needs by providing Mapping, Geo-data, Education, and Service since 1982.