Their exhibit of historic photos is incredible. The sanctuary is pretty much as it was during the early 1800's, just beautiful.
It's wonderful this great old church has made a commitment to present this fantastic collection of photos...everything from the fashions of the day, note able Natchez citizens, great children's photos, steamboats, daily street scenes...it shows the city as it was, and still is. Worth the time...wish they had a book,with the photos in it. The church is also lovely and worth seeing.
We had a wonderful visit here! The docent who showed us around was very informative and friendly! The picture museum was extraordinary! A must see!
I believe this is a donation site, this is another place I donated on the way in and again on the way out. not only is there an unbelievable collection of historical natchez photos, but the building, in it's self is very interesting. if you like old historical photos you will enjoy this. I had missed it in the past, but am sure glad I didn't miss it this time.
Interesting history, friendly guide, and beautiful building. The historical photographs on display in other parts of the building are a true gem. What a treasure.
A local resident recommended this permanent exhibit to us, and it was a highlight of our visit. A selection of professional photos lovingly researched, blown up, framed, and curated, from a trove of 75,000 pictures discovered by a local doctor. All are related to people, places, and history of Natchez. Loved the portraits of ladies in their finery, showing changing fashions from 1860-1920. You will get a sense of life in Natchez, including on the river, the railroads, etc. This is awesome stuff!
Sometimes we find it is restful to find a church and just sit for awhile especially if you have been on the go all day. This church was not only beautiful inside but also outside. To add to this they housed an amazing photograph collection relating to the earlier history of Natchez which should not be missed.
Apparently much overlooked but well worth a visit .The exhibition of photographs documenting Natchez people from pre Civil War onwards is amazing .Some of the photos you could have thought had been taken yesterday .The social history they tell is fascinating .
Admission is free to this historic church to view the collection of historic photographs that give a visual history lesson to what daily life looked like in Natchez over 100 years ago...fashion, homes, children, animals, riverboats, etc. One can also go into the beautiful sanctuary to just look or find a place for quiet meditation if desired. What a nice thing for this church to do for the public! Thank you!
the chapel always has a photography display that helps a visitor understand more about the history, culture, and people of the region. The explanations under each photo brings the picture to life. We have been to Natchez twice and each time visited the chapel to see the display. The first time we saw the pictures of the freemen and women of the pre-Civil war period, this time we saw photos that developed the everyday life of the people and their businesses and economy in a certain historic period. A first class display. And very good explanation and demonstration of the use of early photography.