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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

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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.
Double arch bridge at mile post 438 on the Natchez Trace Parkway  

Did You Know?
The double arch bridge at milepost 438 on the Natchez Trace Parkway was completed in 1994 and received the Presidential Award for Design Excellence in 1995 for its innovative design. The bridge rises 155 feet above the valley and eliminates the need for spandrel columns.

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