Natchez National Historical Park
Discover the history of all the peoples of Natchez, Mississippi, from European settlement, African enslavement, the American cotton economy, to the Civil Rights struggle on the lower Mississippi River.
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About Natchez National Historical Park
Discover the history of all the peoples of Natchez, Mississippi, from European settlement, African enslavement, the American cotton economy, to the Civil Rights struggle on the lower Mississippi River.
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Driving times from Natchez National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Natchez National Historical Park
- Mon
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tue
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wed
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thu
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sun
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Activities
Getting there
Spring: Temperatures usually range from 50 F to 83 F. Rain is common. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 70 F to 95 F. Rain and sun are equally common. On very sunny days, be prepared with plenty of water - heat exhaustion is common if you are not prepared. Fall: Temperatures usually range from 55 F to 79 F. Winter: Temperatures range from 40 F to 63 F. Rain is common.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Natchez National Historical Park?
- Popular activities include Bookstore and Park Store, Gift Shop and Souvenirs, Guided Tours, Museum Exhibits, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Natchez National Historical Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Vicksburg National Military Park (1 h 20 min), Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument (1 h 50 min), Poverty Point National Monument (1 h 53 min), Cane River Creole National Historical Park (2 h 9 min), New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park (2 h 48 min), Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve (3 h 17 min).