FUTURE
Timeless…limitless - nothing demonstrates this theme more
in Port Gibson than their commitment to Mississippi hospitality
for all their guests. This commitment extends to future plans to
improve comforts and amenities for tourists.
Port Gibson 2020 is a comprehensive plan to enhance Port Gibson's
historic district. The heart of the plan is a proposed Highway 61
bypass. Just off that bypass, planners intend to develop a visitor's
area within walking distance of historic downtown, complete with
restaurant, shopping and lodging opportunities. They also plan to
construct a convention center in this central area.
Plans are also underway to develop an abandoned railroad right-of-way
into a recreational trail. The proposed five-mile Iron Horse Trail
would begin near downtown and continue north along scenic Little
Bayou Pierre.
These plans intend not to create but enhance a tourism infrastructure
that already offers great value to area visitors. The people of
Port Gibson desire to make a good opportunity for discovery and
relaxation even better.
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