Explore civil-rights history, historic communities and landscapes along the river and the Trace. Interpretation and conversation deserve as much time as the drive.
Sites in Mississippi and Chicago honor Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley. Interpretation addresses racist violence, the demand for justice and the power of a mother’s decision to make the truth public.
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Throughout history, the Mississippi River influenced many lives: the Dakota, Chippewa, and Hopewell cultures; early French voyagers; African-Americans seeking freedom on the Underground Railroad; and many more. Through its charming river towns and metropolitan cities, historic sites and cultural artifacts, today s Great River Road still links resources, people, and history.
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The Natchez Trace Parkway combines a gentle-paced drive with stops that reveal the stories and landscapes of an old travel corridor. Choose a stretch and a few meaningful stops to give the day a sense of place.
Explore this place →Where to stay →Choose a manageable region, then allow time for the main attraction and the places along the way. Check current access and reservations before departure.
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