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Green Leaves: A Natchez Treasure
Step back in time at Green Leaves, a meticulously preserved Greek Revival mansion and gardens in historic Natchez, Mississippi.
Green Leaves, also known as the Koontz House, is a Greek Revival mansion in Natchez, Mississippi, built in 1838. Home to six generations of the same family since 1849, it showcases original furnishings, portraits, and historic gardens, offering a glimpse into 19th-century life.
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Getting There
Walking
From downtown Natchez, head south on Main Street. Continue until you reach Rankin Street, then turn left. Walk for about 0.2 miles; Green Leaves will be on your right at 303 S Rankin St.
Public Transport
Check the Natchez Transit System (NTS) schedule for routes from the Natchez Visitor Center or downtown Natchez to the nearest stop to Green Leaves. From the closest bus stop, walk north on Rankin Street for about 0.1 miles to find Green Leaves at 303 S Rankin St. Single ride fares on NTS are typically around $1-$2.
Taxi/Ride-share
Taxis and ride-sharing services are available in Natchez. A short trip from downtown Natchez to Green Leaves will cost approximately $8-$15.
Local tips
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Visit during the Spring or Fall Pilgrimage for special tours and events showcasing Natchez's historic homes.
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Wear comfortable shoes to explore the gardens and grounds.
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Check the official website for updated tour times and special events.
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Green Leaves, a stunning Greek Revival mansion in Natchez, Mississippi, offers visitors a captivating journey into the past. Completed in 1838, the house has been home to the Koontz-Beltzhoover family since 1849 and is filled with preserved family memorabilia and furnishings.The house is recognized for its preserved family history and is filled with portraits, documents, and letters. The interior design is notable for both its excellence and integrity and is considered one of the most valuable national documents of mid-nineteenth-century taste.The grounds feature a 400-year-old live oak tree, under which the Natchez Indians are believed to have gathered. The gardens boast camellias, some planted as early as the 1920s. Home and garden tours are available, offering insights into the history and architecture of Green Leaves. Visitors can see a sword from the Battle of Waterloo that has been used for generations to cut wedding cakes.
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