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Marching Crew wow visitors on the NATCHEZ Dock

The all woman Mardi Gras marching krewe - the Pussyfooters - arrived 30 strong on the Dock this morning to entertain the arriving passengers and riverfront visitors.  Dancing for 20 minutes, they brought the great spirit and color of t… Read More »

Lenten Meals on the Steamboat NATCHEZ

Chef Steve Wells has replaced a few items on the Dinner Jazz Cruise Menu for Fridays during Lent. His Galley Staff will prepare Seafood Gumbo instead of Sausage and Chicken Gumbo.  Our delicious Pork Loin will be replaced by an equally d… Read More »

Cruise like a President!

It's President's Day and here at the NATCHEZ we have welcomed aboard US Presidents:   President Gerald & Betty Ford President George H.W. & Barbara Bush and President George W. & Laura Bush   Come cruise lik… Read More »

February 28th - Don't miss the Winter Special

  The Steamboat NATCHEZ Winter Special is available until February 28th.    You can enjoy the evening cruise, dinner buffet, Live entertainment AND $10 off each adult ticket AND a glass of house wine.  Make your rese… Read More »

Valentine's Day - take a Dinner Jazz Cruise

February 14th is Valentine's Day and you are looking for unique ways to celebrate. .. Decide to join us aboard the Steambaot NATCHEZ for the Dinner Jazz Cruise.  A quiet evening on the River with that special someone, live music by … Read More »

Steamboat NATCHEZ

will return to service on Saturday, February 9th.   An authentic steamboat is very hardy but still needs her annual check up on boilers and engines.  She will welcome guests aboard for cruises and meals on what should be a beautifu… Read More »

Looking for a cool weather recipe?

Chef Steve Wells shares this cold weather warm up recipe:     Roasted Root Vegetables Herbs de Provence 2 lb. fresh beets 2 lb. fresh yams 2 lb. fresh turnips ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup Herbs de Provence … Read More »

New Riverboat coming soon!

Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS   It's been in the news - everywhere, and its true!  The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will be joining the New Orleans Steamboat Company's Steamboat NATCHEZ in 2019.  Although announced as a … Read More »

January 21 - Feb 8, 2019

The Steamboat NATCHEZ annual layup dates are January 21-February 8, 2019.   During this time she will be doing maintenance and  cosmetic work, preparing for a busy spring.  We look forward to sailing with you when we return.… Read More »

Holiday Season on the Steamboat NATCHEZ

The Steamboat NATCHEZ cruises on the River during the holidays - the only days we don't sail are the day/night of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Mardi Gras.  This enables our crew to share time with their families as well.  There is still… Read More »