Chick-fil-A 952 Hwy 80 E 601-924-8892
Known for southern hospitality, Clinton, Mississippi has many unique opportunities for guests of all ages.
Visitor Center
History buffs will enjoy the numerous historical landmarks as well as the new visitor center. The Center features an array of historical artifacts and fine art, as well as gift items created by local artisans. It was designed by Belinda Stewart of Eupora, MS. The Center was constructed with period materials and architectural details including a porch and “dogtrot.” It has the look and authentic charm of one of the 19th century farmhouses once located along the Natchez Trace. The handmade bricks of the exterior are the same kind used in Monticello and Mount Vernon. The Center’s porch supports, stair railings, and interior features were built with cypress from a South Louisiana sugar mill. The sugar mill was in operation for more than a century before it was demolished.
The Visitor Center is a hub for fun and fascinating cultural activities. The museum room highlights the history of the Natchez Trace through Clinton. It also provides changing displays throughout the year and hosts monthly “Mississippi Old Time Music Society” jam sessions.
Outdoor Recreation
Recreational activities are abundant with numerous walking paths and exciting activities at one of Clinton’s many parks. At the Clinton Community Nature Center, guests can follow more than 2 ½ miles of walking trails under a magnificent native tree canopy passing through Fern Gully, Grapevine Loop and the “Elephant” Tree. Benches along the trails and in the Amphitheatre offer a peaceful rest before continuing to the site of the original Sumner Hill School and down to the Butterfly Garden. The Primitive Campsite Exhibit along the historic Natchez Trace offers the opportunity to walk in the tracks once known as the Chickasaw Trail, Choctaw Trail or Natchez Nashville Road, following the footsteps of the famous, like Andrew Jackson and John James Audubon, and the infamous, including Little Harpe and the Mason Gang.
The beautiful brick streets in Clinton’s Olde Towne accent an array of unique shops and nearby restaurants and hotels.
City Of Clinton, Clinton Visitor Center
601.924.2221
www.clintonms.org
visitorcenter@clintonms.org
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Learn of the historical background of Clinton, Mississippi College and the Natchez Trace and tour our museum and gift shop.
Walk scenic pathways including an original section of the Natchez Trace. Also, visit its log cabin to see the displays and shop for gifts.
Little remains today of Mead’s grand estate that burned after his death during the Civil War, except the family cemetery.
Established ca. 1800, the Clinton Cemetery is one of the oldest in central Mississippi. Buried here are families of pioneer settlers, ten college presidents, and sixty-three Confederate soldiers.
Independent Order of Odd Fellows Cemetery dedicated in Clinton, Mississippi in April, 1857 with burials dating back as early as 1830.
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