Two story brick mansion with columns
Melrose and its landscape present a comprehensive picture of the Southern planter class and the enslaved people who lived and worked there. NPS Photo

Natchez National Historical Park

National Historic Site · Mississippi · National Park Service

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.

Plan your visit

Know before you go

Phone
6014465790
Official site
www.nps.gov
Managed by
National Park Service

Getting there

Directions on Google Maps →

Things to do

Highlights: African American Heritage · Enslavement · Native American Heritage · Tragic Events · Murders

Activities & features: Guided Tours · Self-Guided Tours - Walking · Self-Guided Tours - Auto · Museum Exhibits · Shopping · Bookstore and Park Store · Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Photos

  • Two story brick townhouse
    NPS Photo
  • One story wood frame house with two doors and two windows
    NPS Photo
  • Room containing very simple wood table and chair, and baby cradle with fireplace in background
    NPS Photo
  • room with tall windows and fireplace, round table containing lamp and surrounded by chairs
    NPS Photo

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Sources: National Park Service, Google Places · updated 2026-08-12