Melrose at Natchez National Historic Park, Natchez, MS

During the 1830s, Mr. McMurrans law practice prospered. He and Mary Louisa began construction on their estate, Melrose, in 1841, in Natchez, MS. The family moved into the magnificent Greek-revival style home early in 1849. By the mid-1850s, John owned or held interest in five plantations, which included over 9,600 acres of land and 325 slaves.

The McMurrans enjoyed many happy years at Melrose, as their cotton plantations thrived and their children married. In 1856, John Jr. wed Alice Austen at the brides home in Maryland, and Mary Elizabeth married Farar Conner at Melrose.

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Melrose is one of many historical homes in Natchez that have been preserved for us and future generations.