Natchez National Historical Park

Throughout history, Natchez has always been a place of opportunity and is evident throughout Natchez National Historical Park. From the magnificent antebellum estate of John McMurran, to the downtown home of African American barber and diarist William Johnson, to the French Fort Rosalie, this diverse Mississippi River town has lent itself to opportunity.

From the cypress swamp and pillared portico of the Melrose mansion to the stately downtown home of William Johnson, Natchez National Historical Park offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the antebellum South. The park is open year-round.

Collections

Natchez National Historical Park has a diverse collection of objects. There are approximately 102,000 objects within the collection. Of this number, approximately 81,600 are archeological objects and associated documents associated with the Melrose Estate, William Johnson House, and Fort Rosalie. The park museum collection consists of a range of objects that includes 19th century decorative arts, farm implements, textiles, architectural, and archival materials. There are currently over 1,000 objects on display in over fifteen furnished rooms at the Melrose Estate and William Johnson House for visitors to view.

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