Boatmen of the Old Natchez Trace

Fee:

Free. This is a free event. There is no cost to attend this program.

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Location: LAT/LONG: 34.330349, -88.710589

This program will take place in the Parkway Visitor Center auditorium. The address is 2680 Natchez Trace Parkway, Tupelo, MS 38804.

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Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Time:

11:00 AM

Duration:

1 hour

Type of Event

Talk

This program will start at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 18.

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Description

Who were the kaintucks? Why were they traveling along the Old Natchez Trace? Join us for a ranger-led program about the kaintucks and learn about what it was like to travel the Natchez Trace in the early 1800s. This program is for all ages. This program will be inside.

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Reservation or Registration: No

There is no reservation required to attend this program.

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Contact Information

Dan Kerber
662-680-4027
Contact Us

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Image Gallery

A kaintuck with a yellow shirt, camping supplies, and a dark hat walks along a trail.

Kaintucks traveled the Old Natchez Trace to earn money for their families. Join us for a Junior Ranger program to learn about these travelers.
NPS Photo