Natchez

This village southeast of Natchitoches was the last home of the Natchez Indians after they were defeated by the French in 1731. This village was not established until the Texas and Pacific Railroad came through in 1938.

Natchez is the gateway to the Cane River National Heritage Area.

Population: 434 Town Hall (318) 352-1414

Attractions: Oakland Plantation

Magnolia Plantation Home & Magnolia Plantation Complex

Oaklawn Plantation, Cherokee Plantation, Beaufort Plantation (Private Homes)

Events: Natchez Heritage Festival – held annually in June