Shantybellum

Pull up an ice chest or a cotton bale, peel yourself a crawfish, make yourself comfortable and have some fun at the coolest little shack in town.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Annual Gala for the Natchez Historical Society

Well, the annual Gala for Natchez Historical Society was one for the books. In spite of having to reschedule due to inclement weather, we ha...

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

The Tornado of 1840 in Natchez, Mississippi

We had quite the crowd for tonight's program on the 1840 Tornado and climatology presented by by Pam Knox, Director of the University o...

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Mardis Gras, 2026

Terrel and I after visiting a tiny Italian fine clothing store for men and women. I couldn't resist buying the coat, which accented my ...

Friday, January 2, 2026

Natchez Historical Society Annual Gala & Awards on Jan. 27

Photo from The Natchez Democrat

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Historic Christ Church in Church Hill, Mississippi Celebrates a Restoration

The Reverend Sam Godfrey Christ Church, 1858, in Church Hill, Mississippi, hosted a restoration and rededication ceremony today, December 20...

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Yet Another Natchez Walkabout

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About Me

Shantybellum: Natchez, Mississippi, United States; Shantybellum is a shanty shack in Natchez, MS with stories to tell. We'll be talking about all the characters that make Natchez unique, both past and present. You'll learn about the town myths, legends and scandals. We'll tell you where the skeletons are hidden as well as the ghosts. We might even write a poem or two. Enjoy.

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