Event

Hernando de Soto Encampment - Living History

  • 09/22/2018 Location: Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, milepost 266, | Map Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Fee Information: Free Contact Name: Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, milepost 266 Contact Phone Number: 1-800-305-7417

    Through stories, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, visitors can learn about Hernando de Soto's interactions with the Chickasaw along the historic Natchez Trace during the winter of 1540-41.

    The living history encampment will be also be open to schools on Friday, September 21, 2018. Space is limited and interested classes should call the Parkway Visitor Center at 1-800-305-7417 to make reservations.