Natchez Trace CompactTN, AL, and MS: The Natchez Trace Parkway has released its prescribed fire (controlled burning) schedule for 2013-2014. From October 2013 through September 2014, prescribed fire operations will be conducted at various locations along the Parkway,
Weather depending, the Natchez Trace Parkway has plans to conduct three prescribed fires (controlled burns) in Lee County between the dates of October 23 and October 25. The prescribed fires are located in the following areas…
Williamson County’s fall foliage should be bursting with reds, oranges, purples and yellows about now. And that wet spring, summer and fall we had might just make the gorgeous colors last even longer. Take a look at this article from The Tennessean about the Natchez Trace Parkway and its beautiful fall foliage.
TUPELO, MS – The National Park Service announces the continued availability of an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the proposed extension of Rice Road (Madison County, MS). This project seeks to extend Rice […]
A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2013, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at […]
The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will perform living history demonstrations that show the challenges faced and creative solutions developed by those Americans who lived in the area from the 1700s to […]
Tupelo, MS – Because of the shutdown of the federal government caused by the lapse in appropriations, the National Park Service (NPS) has closed all 401 national parks, including the Natchez Trace Parkway. The Parkway motor road remains open, but no government facilities are available. All restrooms, visitor centers, sites, campgrounds, etc. are closed. Law enforcement Rangers remain on-duty for protection of Parkway resources and to ensure public safety, and visitors are reminded that they are not to enter a closed or barricaded area of the park. The closure will remain in effect until the government reopens.
The National Park Service announces the availability of an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the proposed extension of Rice Road (Madison County, MS). This project seeks to extend Rice Road and create an associated multi-use trail to the west of U.S. Highway 51 in Ridgeland. This extension would provide access to the northern portion of the planned Ridgeland City Center development, requiring a right-of-way of approximately 0.7 acres on NPS land.
TUPELO, MS: To celebrate National Public Lands Day, the Natchez Trace
Parkway will offer an interactive photography program at the Chickasaw
Village Site (milepost 261.8 near Tupelo, Mississippi) on Saturday,
September 28, 2013, at 8:00 a.m.
A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2013, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at […]
The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will perform living history demonstrations that show the challenges faced and creative solutions developed by those Americans who lived in the area from the 1700s to […]
Tupelo, MS: To commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Natchez Trace Parkway will host a living history encampment representing the expedition of Hernando de Soto on Saturday, September 21, 2013. […]
Tupelo, MS: Join a park ranger on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (milepost 266 on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Tupelo, Mississippi) for a […]
Known for well-preserved relics of pre-Civil War architecture, including “very beautiful antebellum houses,” Natchez also boasts a sweetly Southern resident community. The hospitable population and slower pace of life […]
Natchez Trace Parkway Begins Repairing Parkway Bridge Over US 82, Webster County, Mississippi Tupelo, MS – Natchez Trace Parkway officials announce that repairs on the bridge over US 82 near Mathiston, […]
On Saturday, August 24, 2013, the National Park Service is celebrating their 97th birthday! In honor of the BIG 9-7, all National Park entrance fees will be waived — what better to celebrate!
French Camp Harvest Festival Saturday, October 12, 2013. French Camp, MS. Features a grand auction of homegrown and handcrafted items beginning at 9:30 AM in the French Camp Academy gymnasium. […]
A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. onSaturday, September 7, 2013, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at […]
