Tours & Events for the History and Architecture Lover

The New Pilgrimage: Plan Your Trip!

If you’ve come to Pilgrimage in Natchez, Mississippi you may be used to doing things a certain way. This spring we’ve completely revamped how we do Pilgrimage. And we’ve made it much easier on you.

TICKETS:

  • Private Homes - $100 gives you access to all 18 private homes. An incredible value. After buying your ticket, you’ll go to the Carriage House at Stanton Hall. There we’ll give you your welcome packet and a bracelet that will give you access to all private homes. Your ticket will be good for either the first four days (March 27-30) or the second four days (April 3-6). Those designated as First Families Homes are properties that are owned by descendants of some of the first settlers of Natchez. These homes have been in the same family for generations, and are filled with family heirlooms that tell the story of our most notable families.

  • Private Homes PLUS Stanton Hall & Longwood - $125 gives you access to all 18 private homes AND our two incredible Museum homes. An even better value. After buying your ticket, you’ll go to the Carriage House at Stanton Hall. There we’ll give you your welcome packet and a bracelet that will give you access to all tour homes. Your ticket will be good for either the first four days (March 27-30) or the second four days (April 3-6).

DATES: Each of our 18 private homes will be open each day of Pilgrimage (March 27-30 & April 3-6) giving tours on the hour, 9 am -noon and 1 pm to 4 pm. Last tours are 3 pm. Stanton Hall and Longwood are open Daily from 9 am to 5 pm with tours on the  hour. Last tours are 4 pm.

The one big BONUS to this year’s tour?? The Events! We have parties, dinners and antique shows for you to enjoy this year. You’ll have so much fun, you’ll want to make your plans for next year before you leave. Below you can learn more about the private homes on tour and our special Pilgrimage events.

What Splendor Awaits

Special Events

  • Miss Julia's Soiree at Longwood $75

    Thursday, March 27, 2025 6-9 pm

    Longwood - 140 Lower Woodville Road

    Kick off Pilgrimage in style! Mrs Julia Nutt invites you to her home, Longwood, for an evening of romance! After being received by Mrs Nutt herself you will be immersed in the beauty of Natchez hospitality.

    Enjoy local cuisine, a beer and wine open bar, be entertained by costumed performers Cha Cha Boom, and dance the evening away! We invite you to attend in cocktail attire OR fancy dress from the 1860-70 period. A special award will be given for Best Costume!

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  • 1st Annual PGC Golf Scramble

    Saturday, March 29, 2025 9 am - 1 pm

    The 1st annual PGC Golf Scramble will be held on March 29th, 2025 at the Natchez Golf Club. The golf scramble will start at 9:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM. Teams of two players will play 18 holes with several unique challenges. Awards given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, closet to the pin, hole-in-one and longest drive. Also, a raffle of great prizes. All proceeds raised go to the Pilgrimage Garden Club’s historic preservation efforts.

    For player registration and sponsorship information, please contact Elodie Pritchartt (601-431-7737) or Wes Pack (830-998-9271).

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  • A Southern Fish Fry $65

    Monday, March 31, 2025 6-8 pm

    On the grounds of Mount Repose

    What is more quintessentially Southern than a fish fry? We would suggest NOTHING! However, we are going to make it just a little bit BETTER by hosting you on the grounds of one of Nacthez’ most magnificent homes. Mount Repose hasn’t been open for tour for decades, but for this one night only you can spend an evening in their spellbinding grounds. Enjoy a selection of fine foods, an open wine and beer bar and music by the local band Speak Easy..

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  • An Evening With the Spirits $45

    April 2, 2025 Starting times alternate

    Natchez is, without a doubt, one of America’s most haunted cities. We have one of the most famous city cemeteries in the country, but did you know we have dozens of private family cemeteries that are NEVER open to the public? Join us for this tour of three of these private cemeteries and you’ll have the chance to meet some of the resident spirits and hear them share stories of their lives and exploits. Treats served at each location.

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  • Antique Show Preview Party $75

    April 3, 2025 6-8 pm

    Stanton Hall Carriage House

    Kick off the second weekend of Pilgrimage with us in high style! We are celebrating the first annual Natchez Antiques Fair in Natchez fashion. Join us for a cocktail party of heavy hor d’oeuvres, an open wine and beer bar, a SPECIAL guest speaker, EARLY SHOPPING, and a party under the stars in the courtyard of Stanton Hall

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  • Antique Show $8

    April 3-6, 2025 9 am- 5 pm

    Stanton Hall Carriage House

    401 High Street

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    If you love historic homes then we know you also love antiques. Who doesn’t want to take a little Natchez decorative arts history home with them? Join us for an antique show in and around Stanton hall, as we bring fully vetted vendors from around the country to offer amazing pieces and great deals to Natchez.

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  • Faith, Hope & Love at Hope Farm $65

    MARCH 28, 2025 6 to 8 pm

    Hope Farm - 147 Homochitto Street

    This event put on by Laine and Kevin Berry of Our Restoration Nation is our annual get together on the grounds of Hope Farm. Hope Farm endured a fire March 2023 and is being painstakingly restored to its former glory. This historic home may be the earliest in Natchez and has centuries of history to tell.

    We’ll dine Al Fresco on some international flavored delicacies and enjoy an open wine and beer bar. Cash bar for special cocktails. You’ll be treated to a tour of the ell, which will not be included on the regular pilgrimage tour.

    Best of all!! You’ve met master carpenter John Cooper in our YouTube videos, but did you know he’s also an amazing musician? He’ll be playing just for us!!

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  • Moonlight at Mount Repose $65

    MARCH 29, 2025 6 to 8 pm

    Mount Repose - 1 Bisland Road

    Laine and Kevin of Our Restoration Nation welcome you into a home NOT open for tour. You’ll enjoy a private home tour then dine under the ancient live oaks on the 20 acres of Mount repose. We’ll be dining on a crawfish boil, with special desserts, and an open wine and beer bar. You’ll love this southern tradition and the fellowship of the ORN family.

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  • A Very Natchez Revue $55

    March 29, 2025 7 pm

    The Warehouse/Concord Quarters

    500 Lasalle Street

    Begin your evening with a delightful pre-show wine and cheese reception at Concord Quarters. Then enjoy an evening of light theatrical entertainment that tells the Natchez experience from the unique perspective of free blacks through skits, songs and dances.

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  • Holly Hedges Bridgerton Ball $100

    April 5 7 pm

    Holly Hedges - 214 Washington Street

    “Dearest Gentle Reader”…if you fancy a costume ball set in a stunning turn of the century home you’ll want to attend the Bridgerton Ball at Holly Hedges!

    Guests will enjoy canapés, a selection of bubbles, an acclaimed string duo playing all your favorite contemporary music, a short carriage ride photo op, local artist painting the event LIVE, dancing & more!

    Regency period costume encouraged but not required. Cockail for those not in costume.

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  • A Natchez Camellia Legacy $55

    April 1, 5 - 7 pm

    We begin at HNF located at 108 S Commerce and will go on to Green Leaves at 303 S Rankin

    Come wile away the hours, communing with the flowers, and learn the history of one of the most storied gardens in Natchez.  The camellias at Green Leaves were planted and meticulously documented 100 years ago by the grandfather of the current owners.  His granddaughter will present a slide presentation about camellia history in Natchez and her family’s story, then we’ll adjourn to the gardens for a tour and light bites and sips.

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