The Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Fall Hours for the Meriwether Lewis Death and Burial Site

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The Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Fall Hours for the Meriwether Lewis Death and Burial Site

The Meriwether Lewis Visitor Information Center on the Natchez Trace Parkway will operate on fall hours starting Sunday, September 9, 2018. Fall hours of operation will be Fridays through Sundays from 9 am to 4:30 pm.

New Citizens Welcomed at Naturalization Ceremony at the Natchez Trace Parkway

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New Citizens Welcomed at Naturalization Ceremony at the Natchez Trace Parkway

The National Park Service and the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service partnered to hold a Naturalization Ceremony in celebration of the creation of the National Park Service on August 25, 1916.

Natchez Trace Parkway Read with a Ranger Program: “Miles and Miles of Reptiles”

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Natchez Trace Parkway Read with a Ranger Program: “Miles and Miles of Reptiles”

Children and their families are encouraged to come enjoy the Read with a Ranger program at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at the Parkway Visitor Center in Tupelo, MS.

The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association

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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 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 1, 2018, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi.

Pioneer Day at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center

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Pioneer Day at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center

The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will demonstrate pioneer era crafts and skills at the Parkway Visitor Center, from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm on Saturday, August 25, 2018

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

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

The Natchez Trace Parkway invites visitors to enjoy the talents and sounds of local musicians at the Parkway Information Cabin on August 18, 2018, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.

Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Junior Ranger Program “Boatmen of the Natchez Trace”

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Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Junior Ranger Program “Boatmen of the Natchez Trace”

The Natchez Trace Parkway invites children and their families to “Boatmen of the Natchez Trace,” a special Junior Ranger program held on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at 10:00 am. 

Natchez Trace Parkway Read with a Ranger Program: “My, Oh My – a Butterfly”

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Natchez Trace Parkway Read with a Ranger Program: “My, Oh My – a Butterfly”

Children and their families are encouraged to come enjoy the Read with a Ranger program at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 11, 2018, at the Parkway Visitor Center in Tupelo, MS.

The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association

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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 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, August 4, 2018, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi.

Pioneer Day at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center

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Pioneer Day at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center

The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will demonstrate pioneer era crafts and skills at the Parkway Visitor Center, from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm on Saturday, July 28, 2018.

Move over and Slow Down

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Move over and Slow Down

Law Enforcement and Emergency Services vehicles are not the only vehicles working on the road shoulders and highways. Parkway mowers and permitted tow companies also provide valuable services along the roadway; and just like emergency vehicles, highway maintenance and tow trucks also fall under the state’s MOVE OVER laws. 

Rangers Utilize Unmarked Vehicles

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Rangers Utilize Unmarked Vehicles

Rangers will now be using unmarked vehicles to patrol the Natchez Trace Parkway. After a six month pilot program showed a dramatic increase in the number of traffic stops for distracted and aggressive driving, the decision was made to order additional unmarked units.

Every Kid in a Park Environmental Camps Held at the Natchez Trace Parkway

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Every Kid in a Park Environmental Camps Held at the Natchez Trace Parkway

The Natchez Trace Parkway partnered with the Tupelo Public School District (TPSD), National Park Foundation, and Eastern National to offer two fun and educational day camps.

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

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

The Natchez Trace Parkway invites visitors to enjoy the talents and sounds of local musicians at the Parkway Information Cabin on July 21, 2018, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.

Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Junior Ranger Program “Who Left That?”

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Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Junior Ranger Program “Who Left That?”

The Natchez Trace Parkway invites children and their families to “Who Left That?” a Junior Ranger program to be held at the Parkway Visitor Center on Saturday, July 21, 2018, at 10:00 am.

Natchez Trace Parkway Read with a Ranger Program: “Brave Little Raccoon”

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Natchez Trace Parkway Read with a Ranger Program: “Brave Little Raccoon”

Children and their families are welcome to come enjoy the Read with a Ranger program at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 14, 2018, at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center.

The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association

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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 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 7 at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi.

Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Junior Ranger Program “Mississippi Reptiles”

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Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Junior Ranger Program “Mississippi Reptiles”

The Natchez Trace Parkway invites children and their families to “Mississippi Reptiles,” a Junior Ranger program to be held at the Parkway Visitor Center on Saturday, June 30, 2018, at 10 am.