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Natchez Trace ParkwayFloating down river was far less strenuous than walking back up the Old Trace.
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Natchez Trace Parkway
History & Culture
A portion of the Old Trace in Claiborne County, Mississippi, 1935.
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This 1935 photo shows a portion of the Old Trace that was modernized in Claiborne County, Mississippi.
The history and culture found along the Natchez Trace Parkway is a lifetime worth of exploration for students of history, or just the curious.  The number of cultures and historic topics touched by the Natchez Trace seems boundless.  To begin your exploration, visit the stories section and let yourself use centuries as stepping stones to learn about the past.
Dogwood tree along the Natchez Trace Parkway  

Did You Know?
Over 100 different species of trees, including the Dogwood and Redbud, grow along the Natchez Trace Parkway.

Last Updated: November 01, 2007 at 17:05 EST