Natchez National Historical Park
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Natchez at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Visit Forks of the Road
- Nearby city
- Gateway towns in MS
Explore this park
Alerts(4)
William Johnson House Reopens!
The first floor exhibit hall of the William Johnson House is now open to the public daily from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Due to construction, the second floor family living quarters remain closed at this time.
Melrose Mansion Guided Tours
Reservations for guided tours of the mansion must be made on Recreation.gov. The tour is $11.00 and are at 10, 11, 2, 3, and 4; masks are optional. The estate is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The grounds and outbuildings are free.
Natchez Visitor Center Closed
The Natchez Visitor Center is closed for the renovation of the public lobby area. For those seeking visitor information, we direct you to VisitNatchez at the Depot on Boundary Street. Or their website, VisitNatchez.org. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Face masks are now optional
As Covid-related numbers have dipped below the CDC determined High Rate of Transmission in Adams County, Mississippi, face masks are no longer required in all NPS buildings at Natchez National Historical Park. Wearing of face masks is optional.
Common questions
Planning Natchez National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 2 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Natchez National Historical Park Tours and Melrose Mansion Guided Tour. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
