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: Claire of Natchez — The Legend, The Evidence, The History
A popular modern retelling claims an enslaved woman named Claire (often “Clara”) poisoned an entire plantation household in Natchez. Extensive searches of major...
The Lesser-Told Story of the Tougaloo Nine:
“The Tougaloo Nine and the Fight for Equal Access to Public Libraries, 1961.” When most people think of civil rights sit-ins, they envision lunch counters and p...
Discovering Motherland: Following History
I recently watched Motherland, a documentary that was nothing short of transformative for me—a sweeping, cinematic journey through the African continent that ce...
40 Acres The Movie
Why I Was Drawn to 40 Acres I still remember the instant the trailer for 40 Acres hit—this post-apocalyptic thriller, drenched in cultural resonance and anchore...
Woodlawn Historic District: A Tapestry of African-American Legacy in Natchez
Introduction Tucked in northern Natchez, Mississippi lies the Woodlawn Historic District—a 97-acre, 360-contributing-building neighborhood that stands as a powe...
Unveiling of Anne Moody’s Freedom Trail marker set for September 15
By: Roscoe Barnes, III, Visit Natchez The late Anne Moody, author of “Coming of Age in Mississippi,” will soon be honored with a Mississippi Freedom Trail marke...
Film Review: Natchez
On August 21, 2025, I had the privilege of attending the screening of Natchez, a new documentary directed by Susannah Herbert. Having met Herbert and members of...
Mississippi River Tales: The Devils Punchbowl
The Devil’s Punch Bowl: A Historical Reflection Through Bobby L. Dennis’s Lens The Devil’s Punch Bowl, located in Natchez, Mississippi, is one of the most haunt...
12 Facts About Natchez’s Historic Roots
12 Powerful Roots of Natchez, Mississippi: Facts That Explain a City Like No Other If you’ve ever rolled into Natchez, Mississippi, you’ve felt it: the sense th...
Natchez Through the Eyes of Its Community
Exploring the Historic Charm of Natchez, Mississippi Nestled along the majestic Mississippi River, Natchez, Mississippi, is a city steeped in rich history, stun...
A Visitor’s Guide to Natchez’s Culture
Nestled high on the bluffs of the Mississippi River, Natchez, Mississippi, is one of the South’s most captivating cultural destinations. Known for its antebellu...
Discovering Native American Legacy in Natchez
The Natchez Indians, with their distinctive social structure, profound religious devotion, and elaborate mound-building tradition, represent a remarkable chapte...
