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Monthly Archives: August 2011
2011 Labor Day Events along the Natchez Trace
Labor Day Weekend is a fun time for families and friends to have time off to relax, have some fun, and maybe enjoy some good food. This Labor Day there are a lot of fun events happening along the Natchez Trace. Take a look to see what’s going on near you! Continue reading
The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association
A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, 2011, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi. Continue reading
Tips to Stay Cooled Off While Camping on Along the Natchez Trace
Camping along the Natchez Trace Parkway is a fun and exciting adventure. But in the South, the weather is typically hot and humid. Fortunately, there are several measures you can take to get through the heat and still enjoy the outdoors while camping the Natchez Trace. Continue reading
Natchez Trace Parkway Reopens Between US HWY 82 and MS HWY 15
The Natchez Trace Parkway reopened to traffic between US Highway 82 and MS Highway 15 on Tuesday, August 23, 2011. (Parkway Mileposts 204.3 – 214.5) Continue reading
Night Hike at the Natchez Trace Parkway
Join a park ranger on Saturday, September 3, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (milepost 266 on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Tupelo, Mississippi) for a Night Hike. Continue reading
The Wayne County Welcome Center Prepares for Winter in August
The Wayne County Welcome Center located at mile post 355 off the Natchez Trace Parkway continues to advance their efforts to accommodate the visitor. Continue reading
The Glenn Miller Orchestra Encore Performance on Tuesday, August 23
The Crockett Theatre Board is pleased to announce the return of The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Back by popular demand, The Glenn Miller Orchestra performs an encore performance of their very popular stage show on Tuesday, August 23, 7:00pm at Lawrenceburg’s historic Crockett Theatre. Continue reading
2012 Frist Center Exhibition Schedule
The Frist Center for the Visual Arts’ 2012 exhibition schedule offers a wide variety of exhibitions in the Center’s Ingram Gallery. Continue reading
The Natchez Trace Parkway to Offer National Parks Photography Program
The Natchez Trace Parkway will offer a special interactive photography program at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center on Saturday, August 27,2011, at 9:45 a.m. This free one-hour program is open to all ages and all ability levels; beginner photographers are welcome. Continue reading
Pioneer Day at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, August 27, 2011
The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will perform living history demonstrations that show the challenges faced and creative solutions developed by those Americans who lived in the area from the 1700s to 1840. Continue reading
Tishomingo State Park Named One of the Best Hiking Destinations by Mississippi Magazine
Congratulations to the Tishomingo State Park, located right off the Natchez Trace Parkway, has recently been named one of the best hiking destinations by Mississippi Magazine. Continue reading
Congratulations to our Facebook $1,000 Gift Certificate Winner!
We recently held a sweepstakes on our Facebook page to giveaway a $1,000 gift certficiate to The Bike Rack in Jackson, Mississippi. The lucky winner was Chris Roebuck of Ridgeland, Mississippi. Continue reading
Eleven-Year-Old Bikes 100 Miles of the Natchez Trace in One Day
Adam wanted to do something big before school started. His criteria was something fun, challenging and at a location he enjoys. Armed with this information and knowing what a Tennessee history buff he is, his father immediately thought of The Natchez Trace Parkway. Continue reading
Sesquicentennial of the Civil War – 150th Anniversary
April 12, 2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the first shot fired at Fort Sumter—and the official start of the U.S. Civil War. For the next four years (through April 7, 2015), battlefields and historic sites will recognize the sesquicentennial with special activities, displays, and re-enactments. Continue reading
RVing the Natchez Trace
The Natchez Trace roadway is popular for RVers, motorcyclists, and bicycle riders. No commercial traffic is allowed on the Trace, and its smooth roadway and 50 mile an hour speed limit makes it a relaxing travel. So why should you take an RV on the Natchez Trace? Continue reading
