Natchez, Louisiana facts for kids
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Natchez, Louisiana
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| Village of Natchez | |
Abandoned commercial building in 2017
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Location of Natchez in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana.
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 Natchez, Louisiana
Location in Louisiana
Natchez, Louisiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Natchitoches |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.06 sq mi (2.74 km2) |
| • Land | 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 489 |
| • Rank | NC: 4th |
| • Density | 473.84/sq mi (182.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-53510 |
| GNIS feature ID | 543508 |
Natchez is a small village in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, United States. In 2010, about 597 people lived there. It is part of the Natchitoches area. The village and the parish are located in the Cane River National Heritage Area. This special area helps protect the history and culture of the region. Natchez is also found on Isle Brevelle.
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Discovering Natchez's Past
This village is one of the oldest places in the land bought by the United States in the Louisiana Purchase. The Louisiana Purchase was a huge land deal in 1803. This area is known as the Cane River National Heritage Area. It has a rich history.
Early Settlers and Plantations
The area called Côte Joyeuse, which means Joyous Coast in English, was home to some of the first French farmers in Louisiana. These farmers built large estates called plantations. Some of the old plantations in Natchez include:
- Oakland Plantation (built around 1818)
- Cherokee Plantation (built around 1825)
- Oaklawn Plantation (built around 1830)
- Cedar Bend Plantation (built around 1850)
- Atahoe Plantation (built around 1873)
The Historic Isle Brevelle Church
The Isle Brevelle church in Natchez started in 1803. Augustin Métoyer founded it. Church services have been held there ever since. This church is special because it is the oldest church in the United States that was started by and for mixed-Creole people. Creole people are those who have a mix of French, Spanish, African, and Native American heritage.
The sons of Augustin Métoyer and Marie Thérèse Coincoin built the church. Because of its important history, this Creole church is featured on the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail. This trail highlights places important to African American history in Louisiana.
Where is Natchez Located?
Natchez is a small village. The United States Census Bureau says the village covers about 1.1 square miles (2.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Natchez?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 527 | — | |
| 1990 | 434 | −17.6% | |
| 2000 | 583 | 34.3% | |
| 2010 | 597 | 2.4% | |
| 2020 | 489 | −18.1% | |
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Natchez Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 489 people living in Natchez. There were 253 households and 130 families. Most people living in Natchez are Black or African American.
| Group | Number of People | Percentage of Total |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 15 | 3.07% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 456 | 93.25% |
| Other/Mixed backgrounds | 12 | 2.45% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 | 1.23% |
Famous People from Natchez
Some notable people were born in Natchez:
- J. Isaac Friedman (1871–1949): He was a politician who served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1908 to 1916. A politician is someone who works in government.
- Leon Friedman (1886–1948): He was also a politician. He served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1932 to 1940.
- Anne des Cadeaux (died 1754): She was a Native American woman from the Adays tribe. She was an early settler in Natchitoches, which was part of New France back then. She is buried on Isle Brevelle.
See also
In Spanish: Natchez (Luisiana) para niños
