Rarely are we are fortunate enough to have verified, reliable and written evidence regarding…read moreancient cultures. The Natchez Indian culture dates back to the 1200's and survived up in the 1700's. In Mississippi, the Spaniards encountered the tribes is the 1500's. The French interacted in the early 1700's and documented with great detail the Natchez people and their way of life. This landmark provides a brief but detailed look into that culture and so is well worth a stop. As others have mentioned, Avis, who works behind the counter, is a longtime resident of the area and well versed in the history. She is extremely friendly and a delight to talk with so take advantage of her knowledge when you stop in!

I visited here after visiting a couple of other places and was kind of disappointed prior to coming…read morehere. This place was delightful, and I am so very glad I stopped by. A lovely lady was working the front, gave pamphlets on the area, and information about the Village. There is a long history here, and an amazing spot. If you are in the area, I highly suggest you come here and take a look around. Watch the short film and then walk around the mounds. I would suggest wearing comfortable shoes and drinking plenty of water while here.

This is one of those places the experience is truly dependent upon the person. History does not…read morealways present itself with a rush of excitement or a spectacle to behold. Driving up to the Emerald Mound, one might think to themselves, "Look, a hill covered with grass. How quaint," and then wonder why they made the trip. This is where imagination is key to the experience. Imagine this place a thousand years ago. Imagine the indigenous people and their culture and how vastly different it is from today. We are standing in the exact same place they were. Take the time to read about it and then decide if standing on hallowed grounds aren't worth more than just a grassy hill.

I think most people in the United States know about ruins in the southwest. You may have seen…read moreancient pottery and figurines in museums. You've probably heard about the Navajo, Hopi, and other cultures of that region. The Natchez culture is not unfamiliar, either, but do you know about the mounds scattered in the southeast and the larger ancient Mississippian culture? It was new to me not that many years ago as I first saw pottery of this culture in a museum. I have wanted to see more but there doesn't seem to be a lot of pottery remaining from this period. What about the mounds? Well, what are essentially man-made hills aren't as visually compelling as a desert cliff dwelling, right? It explains why so few tourists visit. Emerald Mound is the second-largest mound in the United States and was an important ceremonial center dating from 1250 to 1600. There is some good information posted but this site is crying out for an interpretive center that could really help tell the story of this ancient culture and bring it to life.

A nice, half block long building, that looks pretty in the southern style. It's worth walking up…read moreand down that block to see some of the other nice features like the town center Christmas tree and the Presbyterian church.

Incredible beauty along this 400+ mile adventure. I've now been from end to end, finally traveling…read morethe last 100 from Jackson to Natchez, MS. My favorite area of the entire Trace...The Sunken Trace. Take your time, enjoy nature, enjoy life!!!

I drove about 10-12 miles of this road and found it to be peaceful and effortlessly scenic. It's…read morebasically a good way to see something for free and clear your head.

Like my fellow bridge junkies, I was also captivated by the bridge. Had to stop at selfies with it…read more There are plenty of photo opportunities in and around Natchez to do so, and I couldn't resist. This particular spot is under the hill, by the Camp. Just had to pull over and capture the view.

I want to be cool like Joel so I thought I'd review this bridge like he did…read more The Mississippi River Bridge is way cool looking and crossing it is even cooler. You actually pass the Mississippi/Louisiana state line while crossing it. It's a cantilever bridge (which are my favorite) and it's also the tallest bridge in Mississippi. My favorite thing about this bridge is the gorgeous view of the Mississippi River. It's really impressive!

What a stark reminder of the horrors humans inflict on one another. Very peaceful spot. Nice spot…read moreto stop and think about the harm humans cause one another. This is the location of the second largest slave sale, only behind New Orleans.

If you intend to see this, keep your eyes open because it's right on the corner of a sidewalk-less…read moreroad in what looks like an innocuous patch of grass. The explanations of the monument are more visible than the monument itself.

It maybe hard to decide which historic home in Natchez to see. I'd make a case of this one. Owned…read moreby several persons, including Mr. Elliott and Dr. Seip, this home is nicely put together (though none of the furniture in the house is authentic :/). It overlooks the Mississippi from its hilltop perch. Admission is $20.

In 1811, Jefferson College was the only chartered educational institution prior to the statehood of…read moreMississippi. In 1817, Mississippi's state constitution was drafted there in a small Methodist Church, which later became part of Jefferson College & Natchez was designated the state capital. Tuition was $50 per year in 1825, and to $60 in 1830. Class schedules were tight. During the summer of 1817, school began at 6 a.m. then classes continued well into late afternoon. Students studied on Saturdays. On Sundays they were expected to attend church. Only the month of August was summer break, and students had two weeks off at Christmas. Perhaps the most famous student was the young Jefferson Davis, who in 1861 became president of the Confederate States of America. #StoleFromGoogle

The name says it, it's a historic site. It is a spot that holds merit for that reason as well as…read morehaving a relaxed, natural southern look to it.