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Natchez Visitor Center - Natchez National Historical Park and its collection

The Natchez National Historical Park is a significant site that commemorates the rich history of Natchez, Mississippi. Managed by the National Park Service, it offers visitors a unique opportunity to delve into the past and learn about the region's historical events and figures.

Sites within Natchez National Historical Park

The Natchez National Historical Park is composed of four distinct sites. These include Fort Rosalie, a former 18th-century fortification; the William Johnson House, the residence of a 19th-century free African American barber; Melrose, the estate of John T. McMurran, a lawyer, state senator, and planter; and Forks of the Road, which was the second-busiest slave trading market in the Deep South between 1832 and 1863.

Exhibits at Melrose and the William Johnson House

Both Melrose and the William Johnson House within the Natchez National Historical Park house exhibits and furnishings that provide a glimpse into life in antebellum Natchez. These include painted floor cloths, mahogany, a punkah, a set of Rococo Revival parlor furniture, a set of Gothic Revival dining room chairs, and bookcases with books dating to the 18th century.

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Natchez Visitor Center - Natchez National Historical Park
640 S Canal St
MS 39120 Natchez
Mississippi

Visitor information Natchez Visitor Center - Natchez National Historical Park

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00

Admission

0+Free

Facilities

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Location & Map

640 S Canal St, Natchez

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Natchez Visitor Center - Natchez National Historical Park Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Natchez Visitor Center serves as the gateway to the Natchez National Historical Park, offering visitors an informative introduction to the rich history of Natchez, Mississippi. Many reviewers appreciate the center's helpful staff and the wealth of information provided about local attractions, historical sites, and tour options. The center features exhibits that give an overview of Natchez's history, from Native American settlements to the antebellum period and beyond. Visitors often mention the free parking and clean restrooms as convenient amenities. The gift shop receives mixed reviews, with some finding interesting local products while others consider it overpriced. A common piece of advice from reviewers is to start your Natchez visit here to get oriented and plan your itinerary. Some visitors note that while the center itself is not extensive, it serves its purpose well as a starting point for exploring the area. A few reviewers mention that some exhibits could benefit from updates or expansion. Overall, the Natchez Visitor Center is generally regarded as a useful first stop for tourists, though not necessarily a destination in itself.

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