Natchez

[Pollaco]

We have a certain member who is thinking of spending the holidays in Natchez. I've told him a few things about it but perhaps some of you can throw on a few tidbits and facts about the quaint little town.

 

[Pollaco]

They shot parts of the movie "The Adventures of Huck Finn" with Elijah Wood in 1993 there.Parts of Natchez were used as a setting for that movie. The adjectives "Picturesque and historic" come to mind. The river and the mansion fit right in.

 

[bdtex]

Not knowing what you told the member, I would say that there are some very nice B & Bs right on the river bluffs and a scenic walkway in front of them. Natchez National Cemetery and Natchez City Cemetery are up on the bluffs too. On a clear day there are some spectacular views at sunset from the B & Bs and cemeteries.

 

[Pollaco]

I think the National Cemetary and the City Cemetary will get his attention.Are there any famous people like generals or colonels buried there?

 

[bdtex]

I think the National Cemetary and the City Cemetary will get his attention.Are there any famous people like generals or colonels buried there?

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[bdtex]

I think the National Cemetary and the City Cemetary will get his attention.Are there any famous people like generals or colonels buried there?

Wilson Brown (1841-1900) - Find a Grave Memorial

American Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient. He was issued the award on December 31, 1864, for his actions as a landsman assigned to the Navy sloop-of war USS Hartford, on August 5, 1964, in Mobile Bay, Alabama. Born a slave, he enlisted in the US Navy in March 1863 and was assigned to the USS...

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[Pollaco]

I think that certain member will enjoy himself. But please keep the info comming.

 

[bayouace]

He may want to drive over to the Vidalia side, and see what Natchez looks like from there, and visualize how steamships would have seen it.

 

[bdtex]

I think that certain member will enjoy himself. But please keep the info coming.

Not far from Natchez up the Natchez Trace Parkway is Mount Locust. It's worth a visit. Not sure that the days and times it's open as stated in the NPS link are correct. Another site has conflicting information about the days of the week it is open. The member might wanna call and check on that first before planning a visit.

Things to Do & Trip Ideas Search (U.S. National Park Service)

www.nps.gov

Mount Locust - Natchez Trace - NatchezTraceTravel.com

Mount Locust, one of the oldest structures in Mississippi, is the only remaining inn, of more than 50, that once dotted the Old Natchez Trace during the period of about 1785 to 1830.

www.natcheztracetravel.com

The second site has other links that may be helpful to the member.

Natchez, Mississippi - NatchezTraceTravel.com

Natchez, the county seat of Adams County, is one of Mississippi's oldest cities. Located along the Mississippi River, Natchez is the southern terminus of the Natchez Trace Parkway.

www.natcheztracetravel.com

I visited Mount Locust in March 2018:

 

[Pollaco]

It's been 25 years since I last visited the trace, if it's anything now like it was then it would be well worth the trip.We enjoyed the whole length of it in Mississippi from Natchez to Alabama.

 

[bdtex]

It's been 25 years since I last visited the trace, if it's anything now like it was then it would be well worth the trip.We enjoyed the whole length of it in Mississippi from Natchez to Alabama.

The only part of it I have been on is the stretch from Port Gibson down to Natchez. I took it in March 2018 so I could visit Mount Locust on the way back.

 

[Pollaco]

We entered on the southern end.Got off to go to Vicksburg, then reentered the trace at that point after spending several days there. We then traveled up to Alabama.it was a very enjoyable trip.I highly recommend it.

 

[Pollaco]

We entered on the southern end.Got off to go to Vicksburg, then reentered the trace at that point after spending several days there. We then traveled up to Alabama.it was a very enjoyable trip.I highly recommend it.

What really surprised me was how much my wife enjoyed it, and she's not really a history fan.

 

[dlofting]

This website has information on a number of house tours that you can do.

https://natchezpilgrimage.com

We haven't been their for 10 years but both times we were there we stayed at the Devereaux Shields House and really enjoyed it.

 

[Pollaco]

I never stayed in Natchez overnight. Are the motel rooms fairly reasonable?

 

[bdtex]

I never stayed in Natchez overnight. Are the motel rooms fairly reasonable?

The B&B I stayed at is closed now. Bummer. I wanted to go and stay there again.

 

[lupaglupa]

I spent almost a week in Natchez a few years back. It's a lovely city - historic and welcoming. There are a number of old houses to tour. The walkway along the river is beautiful and has great views. Not far from the downtown is the Forks of the Road monument which sits at the site of one of the largest slave markets in the South. It's a powerful place to visit. I second the recommendation to drive a bit of the Natchez Trace - there are many places to pull over and read about the history along the route. And, of course, Vicksburg is not too far away.

 

[7th Mississippi Infantry]

I lived in Natchez for about sixteen years.

As the oldest settlement on the Mississippi River, the history of that town is too much to
describe in a forum post. The history extends back to the Natchez Indians, through successive control
between the French, British, Spanish and finally the USA.

The top three "must see" sites I would recommend:

Longwood Plantation Home

Natchez City Cemetery

Emerald Mound

Topped off with a sunset Bloody Mary on the bank of the Mississippi River at the Under-the Hill Saloon.

I never stayed in Natchez overnight. Are the motel rooms fairly reasonable?

I would suggest a B&B over a hotel/motel.
( a little more expensive, but usually a better experience ).

Are there any famous people like generals or colonels buried there?

More than a few.
Including colonial era Royal Spanish Governors.


A great starting point is:

Visit Natchez, MS | Home

Discover the rich history and natural beauty of Natchez, Mississippi. From historic homes to scenic riverfront views, Natchez offers a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors. Plan your trip today!

www.visitnatchez.org

 

[E_just_E]

I'd advise to grab some Greg Isles' books or audiobooks to peruse on the way there.

 

[7th Mississippi Infantry]

I'd advise to grab some Greg Isles' books or audiobooks to peruse on the way there.

Greg has published some " interesting" fiction, but I would advise any visitor to turn off the audiobooks
and enjoy the actual diverse history that is Natchez, Mississippi.