Port Gibson

Port Gibson is a city in Claiborne County, Mississippi, located along the eastern bank of the Mississippi River and characterized by antebellum structures and wide streets lined with oak trees. The town's layout and architecture reflect the planning principles of early European settlement patterns.

French colonists founded the town in 1729, making it the third-oldest European settlement in Mississippi. The town survived significant conflicts and transformations that would shape the regional history.

The town served as a hub for blues music development, with local performance venues that attracted musicians from the surrounding region. Visitors can still sense this musical heritage reflected in the character of its streets and buildings.

The town is best explored on foot to fully appreciate the architectural details and street scenes. Spring and fall offer the most pleasant conditions, with milder temperatures than the summer heat and humidity.

The ruins of Windsor Mansion display 23 remaining Corinthian columns, the remnants of what was once Mississippi's largest Greek Revival residence. These columns stand as silent evidence of the former grandeur and wealth of the antebellum era.