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.”

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