Gulfport, Florida: Beach Tomb of Morris the Cat
For 15 years Morris was the unofficial animal of Gulfport. His favorite spot was the city's beachfront casino, and when he died in 1985 his ashes were entombed in a custom-made mini-mausoleum that stands between the casino and the beach. It's topped with a full-color metal likeness of Morris.
- Address:
- 5500 Shore Blvd S., Gulfport, FL
- Directions:
- On the south side of Shore Blvd S. at its intersection with Beach Blvd S. The crypt is inside an upright freestanding pillar, to the right and slightly behind the Gulfport Casino, along a cement walkway that encircles the Casino.
Results 1 to 3 of 3...
Visitor Tips and News About Beach Tomb of Morris the Cat
Reports and tips from RoadsideAmerica.com visitors and Roadside America mobile tipsters. Some tips may not be verified. Submit your own tip.
My daughter and I made a trip in 2022 to see the memorial for Morris The Casino Cat.
[Jeremy, 04/13/2022]
Slowly walk behind the casino and the Morris column is just on the path, next to the beach area.
[Randy Hoopes, 01/31/2022]
Morris the Casino Cat is actually sitting atop a pillar that is part of the rail system surrounding the Casino's outdoor area.
[Kay Sarti, 02/04/2017]Nearby Offbeat Places
Skateboard Gecko, Gulfport, FL - < 1 mi.
Human-Powered Sundial, Gulfport, FL - < 1 mi.
Big Robot on Knee with Flowers, Gulfport, FL - < 1 mi.Latest Tips Across Roadside America
Catch up on the latest discoveries from the road.
Explore Thousands of Oddball Tourist Attractions!
Unique destinations in the U.S. and Canada are our special obsession. Use our attraction recommendation and maps to plan your next road trip.
"His ashes remain here by his mansion by the sea."