Foundation News
Stay informed about preservation related happenings in and around Natchez.
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Wednesday, August 7th
The Raphael Building Balcony is Gone
Before and After images of the Raphael Building's facelift.
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Friday, August 2nd
Privy to the details: Professor documents outbuildings for landmark survey
As tourists lined up Thursday to take pictures of the octagonal mansion Longwood, one particular visitor focused his attention on the small square privy out back.
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Sunday, July 28th
Friday Night Fire Destroys Historic Frogmore House
“This is my 30th year, and this has been my terror all those years — this house catching fire,” Cothren said. “We don’t have fire hydrants out here.”
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Saturday, July 20th
Archaeologists unveil evidence of lost mound at Grand Village.
How many mounds are located at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians?
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Monday, July 1st
Districts, Properties Added to National Register
Two apartment complexes, a bowling alley, an ice factory, a community house, and a historic residence have been added to the National Register of Historic Places. On the recommendation of the Mississippi National Register Review Board, the U.S. Department of the Interior has approved...
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Monday, July 1st
Legislature Funds Preservation Grant Program
Legislature Funds Preservation Grant Program. MDAH is accepting applications for preservation projects across the state.
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Friday, June 28th
First Presbyterian Church makeover uncovers nearly 200-year-old brick
Church building maintenance is rarely a religious experience. But, for one local congregation, the renovation of its 19th-century front porch columns took a little bit of faith.
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Thursday, May 30th
Discover America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places for 2019
Each year, America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places sheds light on important examples of our nation’s heritage that are at risk of destruction or irreparable damage.
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Wednesday, May 15th
Natchez/Adams County Civil Rights Project
Collectively, we acknowledge the overall gravitas of Natchez’s lengthy civil rights history. The question now shifts to: How can we utilize this history to create a healthier more inclusive Natchez community?
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Saturday, April 20th
Talking about slavery
Two leaders of popular Louisiana tourist attractions say telling the complete story of the South and slavery has had nothing but a positive impact on the visitor experience at their historic sites.
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