Longwood: Natchez's Unfinished Masterpiece
Tour Longwood in Natchez, MS: the largest octagonal house in the U.S., frozen in time by the Civil War. A unique glimpse into antebellum dreams.
Longwood, also known as Nutt's Folly, is the largest octagonal house in the United States, located in Natchez, Mississippi. Construction on this antebellum mansion began in 1860 but was halted by the Civil War, leaving its unique Oriental Villa design and onion-shaped dome only partially completed. Today, visitors can tour the finished basement level and imagine the grandeur that was intended.
A brief summary to Longwood
- 140 Lower Woodville Rd, Natchez, Mississippi, 39120, US
- +1601-442-5193
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves walking around the property and exploring the finished basement level.
- Check the Natchez Pilgrimage Tours website for seasonal hours, as they vary between summer and non-summer months.
- Consider purchasing a multi-house tour package to see Longwood along with other historic homes in Natchez.
Getting There
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Driving
If driving from central Natchez, take US-61 N (John R. Junkin Drive) for approximately 3 miles. Turn left onto Lower Woodville Road (MS-555) and continue for about 1 mile. Longwood will be on your left at 140 Lower Woodville Rd. Ample free parking is available on-site.
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Public Transport
From the Natchez bus station on 700 N Canal St, a taxi or rideshare to Longwood will cost approximately $10-$20. Alternatively, Natchez Transit provides community transportation services; call 601-445-7568 for schedule and fare information.
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