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Natchez National Historical Park

Designation: National Historical Park

Location: Mississippi

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📘 Park Overview

Discover the history of all the peoples of Natchez, Mississippi, from European settlement, African enslavement, the American cotton economy, to the Civil Rights struggle on the lower Mississippi River.

🌤 Weather Information

Spring: Temperatures usually range from 50 F to 83 F. Rain is common. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 70 F to 95 F. Rain and sun are equally common. On very sunny days, be prepared with plenty of water - heat exhaustion is common if you are not prepared. Fall: Temperatures usually range from 55 F to 79 F. Winter: Temperatures range from 40 F to 63 F. Rain is common.

🚗 Directions

Natchez National Historical Park Headquarters and the Natchez Visitor Center is located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 84 and Canal Street in Natchez, MS. Melrose Estate is located at 1 Melrose-Montebello Parkway, Natchez, MS 39120. The William Johnson House is located at 212 State Street, Natchez, MS 39120.

Images

Two story brick mansion with columns

Melrose and its landscape present a comprehensive picture of the Southern planter class and the enslaved people who lived and worked there.

Credit: NPS Photo

Two story brick townhouse

The William Johnson House provides a window into the life of a free man of color whose published diary and personal papers provide a detailed account of daily life in the antebellum south.

Credit: NPS Photo

One story wood frame house with two doors and two windows

One of two remaining slave cabins at the Melrose estate

Credit: NPS Photo

Room containing very simple wood table and chair, and baby cradle with fireplace in background

The furnished slave cabin at Melrose helps to illustrate the daily life of the enslaved.

Credit: NPS Photo

room with tall windows and fireplace, round table containing lamp and surrounded by chairs

Visitors to the William Johnson House can see many original furnishings.

Credit: NPS Photo

Activities

Topics

Operating Hours

Sunday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 5:00PM

Entrance Fees

No entrance fees listed.

Entrance Passes

No entrance passes listed.

3-Day Weather Forecast

Thursday, Feb 12

Partly Cloudy

Partly Cloudy

High: 68.5°F | Low: 50.7°F

Humidity: 82%

Wind: 5.1 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 1.1

Sunrise: 06:50 AM

Sunset: 05:50 PM

Moon: Waning Crescent (28%)

Visibility: 5 mi

Dew Point: 55.6°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Friday, Feb 13

Partly Cloudy

Partly Cloudy

High: 71.4°F | Low: 55°F

Humidity: 76%

Wind: 7.6 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 1.2

Sunrise: 06:49 AM

Sunset: 05:51 PM

Moon: Waning Crescent (19%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 59.1°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Saturday, Feb 14

Overcast

Overcast

High: 71.1°F | Low: 60.6°F

Humidity: 78%

Wind: 13.2 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 1

Sunrise: 06:48 AM

Sunset: 05:52 PM

Moon: Waning Crescent (12%)

Visibility: 4 mi

Dew Point: 61°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Park Alerts

Melrose Estate Open Only On Saturdays through Wednesdays Information
The Melrose estate will only be open on Sundays through Wednesdays each week until the end of May. Guided public tours of the mansion will be given at 10:00 and 11:00 am, 2:00 and 3:00 pm, the grounds and slave cabin exhibits are open 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Melrose Mansion Guided Tours Information
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.
Face masks are now optional Information
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.
All Sites to Reopen Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Park Closure
Following a facilities assessment due to the severe winter weather, all sites of the Natchez National Historical Park will be open to the public at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28.
Melrose Estate Closed for Maintenance December 20 and December 21, 2016 Park Closure
Melrose Estate is closed for maintenance on Tuesday, December 20 and Wednesday, December 21, 2016. Melrose will re-open on Thursday, December 22, 2016. For more information, please call 601-445-5345.
Melrose Mansion Closed for Renovations September 8-23 Information
The Melrose mansion at Natchez National Historical Park will be closed from Thursday, September 8 through Friday, September 23, 2016.

More Info

Face masks are now optional Information
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.
William Johnson House Open Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Information
The William Johnson House will only be open on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday until further notice. Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
William Johnson House Reopens! Information
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.
William Johnson House Reopens! Information
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 Closed for Annual Housekeeping January 17 - 19, 2017 Park Closure
Melrose Estate is closed for annual housekeeping on Tuesday, January 17 through Thursday, January 19, 2017. Melrose will re-open on Friday, January 20, 2017. For more information, please call 601-446-8601.
Natchez National Historical Park Closed January 8, 2017 Park Closure
Due to icy conditions, the sites of Natchez National Historical Park will remain closed on Sunday, January 8, 2017.
Natchez Visitor Center Closed Information
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.
Natchez National Historical Park Closed January 6, 2017 Park Closure
Due to the winter weather forecast, Natchez National Historical Park will be closed today, January 6 at 12:00 pm. We will re-open tomorrow, Saturday January 7. This includes all park sites: Melrose Estate, the William Johnson House, and park offices.
William Johnson House Closed February 13, 2017 Park Closure
Due to maintenance issues, the William Johnson House (a unit of Natchez National Historical Park) is closed on February 13, 2017.
Natchez Visitor Center Closed Information
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.
Natchez National Historical Park Closed January 7, 2017 Park Closure
Due to hazardous driving conditions locally, the sites of Natchez National Historical Park will remain closed on Saturday January 7, 2017.
Holiday Closures Information
Natchez National Historical Park will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (November 24), Christmas Day (December 25), and New Year's Day (January 1). This includes all park sites: Melrose Estate, the William Johnson House, and the Natchez Visitor Center.
Melrose Mansion Guided Tours Information
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.

Visitor Center & Contacts

📍 Physical Address:
640 South Canal Street
Natchez, MS 39120

🏤 Mailing Address:
640 South Canal Street
Suite E
Natchez, MS 39120

📞 Voice Phone: 6014465790

✉️ Email: natc_superintendent@nps.gov

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