Downtown Natchez Alliance (DNA) - A Mississippi Main Street Designated Community
2024 Fall Storefront Decoration Contest Brings Seasonal Flair to Downtown Natchez; Winners Announced

October 24, 2024

This year, we added a new contest to our Pumpkin Patch Festival to help bring Autumn color to Downtown Natchez. The contest was open to any business located inside Downtown Natchez and was free to enter. Judging was on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. Director Kevin Miers presenting the winners their trophy or plaques.

First Place: Gillon Christian Mosby PLLC

Second Place: Franklin Street Relics

Third Place: The Shops At Kress

Here’s a gallery of various displays throughout town. Big thanks for all Downtown Natchez businesses who got into the Halloween spirit and participated. Also thanks to Sabrina Simms Robertson of the Natchez Democrat for the photos of the winners.

DNA Announces New Leadership and Downtown Unlocked Event

DNA Announces New Leadership and Downtown Unlocked Event

Apr 9, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NATCHEZ, MS - The Downtown Natchez Alliance (DNA) announces a leadership transition as Executive Director Leah Hunter plans to step into a new professional opportunity, building on the experience gained during her time with the organization....

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DNA In The News: Awnings & Façade Grant Update

DNA In The News: Awnings & Façade Grant Update

Jan 13, 2026

New Look: Owners taking advantage of façade improvements grants From the Natchez Democrat, January 11, 2026By Sabrina Robertson "NATCHEZ, MS – Investment into the visual and functional appeal of downtown businesses continues as the first wave of façade improvements...

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DNA Director joins Rebecca Turner on Supertalk FM

DNA Director joins Rebecca Turner on Supertalk FM

Oct 30, 2025

Director Leah Hunter was on Good Things with Rebecca Turner on Supertalk FM to discuss the Downtown Natchez Pumpkin Patch, Halloween events and other things going on in Natchez! https://youtu.be/bWerbe6WK1Y?si=bs_6d1bWb06ys_EE

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