Forks of the Roads Monument

A Reminder of how far we have come

But we are not finished. Tears came to everyone's eyes as we read about human lives who were forever altered. We ran into a tour group that invited us to listen along where we learned so much about ...

The only "must see" in Natchez

The site is unassuming with visual objects and signs to explain its history. Did you wonder how did all those lovely homes people are visiting in Natchez get built. This shows the human cost for all t...

Historic recreation

Forks of the Roads Monument provides the history of the slave trade in Natchez. The display boards provide a good overview of life during slavery and the shackles are disturbing reminders of this time...

Sobering Experience

Forks of the Roads is now only an open area but just being there engenders many emotions as you think about the many injustices that happened in that same spot to people of color.

Sobering.........

Forks in the Road is a must see in Natchez. It is the location where auctions of enslaved were held. It is a small space, but the interpretive boards were excellent. Seeing the shackles and chains ...