Anna Bizon
Successful shopping in the shopping mall
As a city that has historically stood at the crossroads of American trade, bustling local commerce is nothing new for Natchez, even ahead of the busy holiday season. From boutiques to antiques and even hunting supplies, there’s something for every kind of shopper.
Old South Trading Post boasts an inventory of 3,000-plus Southern-made goods to choose from. Since opening in 2005, the quirky retail hotspot has become known for its tasty array of locally produced goods, unique merchandise, and Southern hospitality. They don’t call it the South’s most unique souvenir shop for nothing!
Eccentricities in downtown Natchez specializes in antiques, vintage and contemporary home accents, and collectibles. Located in the historic Cole House, circa 1875, you will also find an extensive variety of exquisite jewelry, artisan candles, home décor, and bath products.
Artist and Natchez native Catherine Oswalt has filled the second store location of The Painted Petal with decor, gifts, art, and souvenirs; the Main Street studio also hosts paint parties and other events. From local establishments such as Silver Street Gallery & Gifts, where you can shop with a scenic view of the Mississippi, to ladies’ boutiques like The Pampered Soul on Franklin Street, Natchez has a plethora of small businesses ready to meet your shopping needs.
Don’t forget to wear your mask while perusing all the local shops—and, if you post a photo using the hashtags #MaskUpNatchez or #VisitNatchezResponsibly, you might even be featured on the Visit Natchez website. To find a full directory of merchants in Natchez, go to visitnatchez.org.
