Natchez Trace Parkway Presents the Junior Ranger Program: “Camping Now and Then”

October 14, 2017

Before modern technology, ingenious inventions and remarkable skills were important for the survival of the American Indians and boatmen who set up camps along the Old Trace. Today, people camp at Natchez Trace Parkway campgrounds just to have fun.

The Natchez Trace String Band to Perform at the Parkway Information Cabin

October 6, 2017

The Natchez Trace Parkway invites visitors to enjoy the talents and sounds of local musicians at the Parkway Information Cabin on Saturday, October 21, 2017, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.

Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Junior Ranger Program “Culture Shock”

October 6, 2017

The Natchez Trace Parkway invites children and their families to “Culture Shock,” a Junior Ranger program to be held at the Parkway Visitor Center on Saturday, October 21, 2017, at 10:00 am.

Parkway Anticipates Closures Due to Tropical Storm Nate

October 6, 2017

MISSISSIPPI and ALABAMA – The Natchez Trace Parkway is making preparations to handle downed trees and road closures resulting from high winds and rain associated with Tropical Storm Nate.

Chickasaw Village Viewshed Improvement

October 5, 2017

Tombigbee Electric Power Association removed the unused aerial power lines and associated poles from the Site. The power line used to bisect the site and detract from the view of this historic place.

Natchez Trace Parkway Uses Red and Blue Lights

October 2, 2017

The Natchez Trace Parkway Chief Ranger reminds drivers that our Parkway Rangers use both red and blue emergency lights to mark our law enforcement vehicles.

Meriwether Lewis Commemoration

September 29, 2017

The Natchez Trace Parkway will celebrate the life and legacy of Meriwether Lewis at the Meriwether Lewis Death and Burial Site on October 14, 2017.

Natchez Trace Parkway Read with a Ranger Program: “Swamp Where Gator Hides”

September 29, 2017

This month’s featured story is “Swamp Where Gator Hides,” a fun book that introduces young listeners to the concepts of camouflage and predator-prey interactions. Children and their families are encouraged to come enjoy the Read with a Ranger program at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 14, 2017, at the Parkway Visitor Center in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Hernando de Soto’s Encampment Came to Life at the Natchez Trace Parkway

September 28, 2017

The Natchez Trace Parkway hosted a living history encampment representing the expedition of Hernando de Soto, who traveled through this area in 1540-41. The programs took place on Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23 at the Parkway Visitor Center.

Historic Home Temporarily Closed along the Natchez Trace Parkway

September 26, 2017

The Natchez Trace Parkway temporarily closed the Historic Mount Locust Inn until the structure can be stabilized, and visitors can safely view the house. Repair work on the historic home will begin soon.