Natchez tour guide published for 27 historical African American sites

 

Bobby Dennis, left, executive director of Natchez Museum of African American History and Culture, and Mayor Dan M. Gibson, display the newly published booklet, “African American History Trail in Natchez: A Self-Guided Tour.”

NATCHEZ, Miss. -- A colorful eight-page booklet that outlines the history of 27 African American sites in Natchez is now available as a handy resource for discovering local history.

The publication is titled, “African American History Trail in Natchez: A Self-Guided Tour.” It features images that include historical photographs, portraits of notable African Americans, monuments, as well as historic buildings.

Snippets of history and QR codes are listed for each site. A quick scan of the QR codes will lead readers to additional information posted on the website hosted by Natchez Museum of African American History and Culture. “Even more, the QR code allows visitors and residents to take a self-guided tour,” said Museum Director Bobby Dennis.

The City of Natchez unveiled markers for the 27 African-American historical sites during a special ceremony on February 1 to mark the start of Black History Month. The project was a joint venture between the city and the museum.

Mayor Dan Gibson said the markers will play a significant role in telling the complete history of the city. “Following through with the commitment I made when I began my term as Mayor of Natchez, ‘to tell the whole story’, it brings me great joy to finally be able to recognize with signage these important historic sites,” Gibson said.

This publication was sponsored by the City of Natchez, Natchez Museum of African American History and Culture, Visit Natchez, and Historic Natchez Foundation.

Copies are available at the following locations:

Natchez City Hall

Natchez Museum of African American History and Culture

Visit Natchez

Historic Natchez Foundation

Natchez Visitor Center