Melrose and its landscape present a comprehensive picture of the Southern planter class and the enslaved people who lived and worked there.
Natchez National Historical Park
National Historical Park · MS
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.
Park report
Hours Exceptions
NoteClosed Thanksgiving Day; Closed Christmas Day; Closed New Year's Day
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good3 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available7 activities
Park Name
InfoNatchez National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoMS
Phone
Info6014465790
natc_superintendent@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe Natchez Visitor Center is currently closed due to the installation of a new HVAC system. Melrose is open 7 days a week with guided tours of the mansion at 10:00, 11:00 am, 2:00, 3:00, and 4:00. Reservations for the tour should be made on Recreation.gov. The first floor of the William Johnson House is open although the second floor containing the family living quarters remains closed at this time. The Fort Rosalie site is open daily from sunup to sundown, as is the Forks of the Road site.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Melrose Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Natchez Visitor Center
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Visitor Center: William Johnson House Visitor Center
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Themes & Topics
InfoAfrican American Heritage, Enslavement, Native American Heritage + 2 more
Weather Info
InfoSpring: 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
Getting There
InfoNatchez 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-M
Location
Info31.5470° N, -91.3904° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website