The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association

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The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association

A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 7, 2012, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi.

Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Free Junior Ranger Programs, near Tupelo, MS July 2012

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Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Free Junior Ranger Programs, near Tupelo, MS July 2012

The Natchez Trace Parkway will continue Junior Ranger programs at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center through July, 2012. The programs will be conducted Saturday morning beginning at 10:00 am and will cover natural and cultural history topics that are related to the Natchez Trace Parkway.

Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Free Junior Ranger Programs in Ridgeland, MS, July 2012

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Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Free Junior Ranger Programs in Ridgeland, MS, July 2012

The Natchez Trace Parkway will continue Junior Ranger programs at the Parkway Information Cabin, milepost 102.4 in Ridgeland, MS through July, 2012.

Natchez Trace Parkway Lane Closures between Clinton and the Ross Barnett Reservoir for Pavement Repair

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Natchez Trace Parkway Lane Closures between Clinton and the Ross Barnett Reservoir for Pavement Repair

The Natchez Trace Parkway is performing pavement repair work in the Ridgeland District (MS) from milepost 103 to 112, between US Hwy 51 and Hwy 43. This work will be done between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. during the next several weeks.

Like Southern Food? Visit the Loveless Cafe Located at the End of the Natchez Trace Parkway

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Like Southern Food? Visit the Loveless Cafe Located at the End of the Natchez Trace Parkway

If you love good ole Southern cooking, you’ll love the Loveless Cafe! Whether you’re beginning or ending your journey on the Natchez Trace Parkway, you’ve got to stop in at the Loveless Cafe located in Nashville, TN at milemarker 444. The Natchez Trace winds it way from Natchez to Nashville and all that traveling can make you hungry.

Myrick Creek Trail Closure

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Myrick Creek Trail Closure

Tupelo, Mississippi: The hiking and walking trail at Myrick Creek, at Parkway milepost 145, just south of Highway 429 is closed until further notice.

Pioneer Day at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, June 23, 2012

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Pioneer Day at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, June 23, 2012

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 1840. The demonstrations will take place at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi) from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 23, 2012.

Wildflower Walk at the Natchez Trace Parkway

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Wildflower Walk at the Natchez Trace Parkway

TUPELO, MS: The Natchez Trace Parkway will present a Wildflower Walk on Saturday, June 16, 2011, at 9:00 a.m. Join a park ranger at the Chickasaw Village Site (milepost 261.8 near Tupelo, Mississippi) for a one-hour walk through the prairie on the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.

The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association

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The Natchez Trace Parkway Presents Traditional Music by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association

A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 16, 2012, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi.

Free Program at Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, MS

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Free Program at Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, MS

Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, Mississippi will be offering a free program for this season called “REFLECTIONS OF THE UNIVERSE”. This presentation will be given on Friday, June 8, 2012, starting at 7:00 p.m.

Free Program at Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, MS

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Free Program at Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, MS

Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, Mississippi will be offering a free program for this season called “REFLECTIONS OF THE UNIVERSE”. This presentation will be given on Friday, June 8, 2012, starting at 7:00 p.m.

Free Program at Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, MS

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Free Program at Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, MS

Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, Mississippi will be offering a free program for this season called “REFLECTIONS OF THE UNIVERSE”. This presentation will be given on Friday, June 8, 2012, starting at 7:00 p.m.

2012 Summer Events Along the Natchez Trace Parkway

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2012 Summer Events Along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Summer is here and it’s time to have fun in the sun along the Natchez Trace Parkway! As the Natchez Trace winds through Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee, each community offers exciting events to visitors and residents. This summer is going to be a hot one, but these fun festivals and events are pretty cool.

“Transit of the Planet Venus” in French Camp, MS

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“Transit of the Planet Venus” in French Camp, MS

Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, Mississippi will be offering a free public viewing of the“Transit of the Planet Venus” on June 5, beginning at 5:00pm. This is a rare astronomical event […]

Frist Center in Nashville to Participate in Blue Star Museums

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Frist Center in Nashville to Participate in Blue Star Museums

Frist Center joins 1,500 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer in collaboration with the National Endowment of the Arts, Blue Star Families and the Department of Defense

Media Day for Parkway War of 1812 Living History Event

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Media Day for Parkway War of 1812 Living History Event

The Natchez Trace Parkway and its partners will present a media day to preview the two-day commemoration of the War of 1812. The public event, to be held on May 26 and 27, 2012, is free to the public, will take visitors back in time with over 150 living history re-enactors.

Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Free Junior Ranger Programs, June 2012

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Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Free Junior Ranger Programs, June 2012

The Natchez Trace Parkway will begin Junior Ranger programs at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center on June 2, 2012.

Natchez Trace Parkway Selected as 2012 National Park Foundation “America’s Best Idea” Grant Recipient

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Natchez Trace Parkway Selected as 2012 National Park Foundation “America’s Best Idea” Grant Recipient

The Natchez Trace Parkway has been selected as one of 49 national parks participating in the 2012 America’s Best Idea program sponsored by the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks.