The Drinks And History Are Flowing At Under-The-Hill Saloon, A Bar Housed In One Of Mississippi’s Oldest Buildings
There are a lot of historic buildings in Mississippi, but did you know one of the oldest houses a bar? It’s true. Located in Natchez, the Under-The-Hill Saloon was constructed centuries ago. Today, it’s a popular waterfront watering hole that serves up cold drinks, quick bites, and a whole lot of history. Take a look:
This is the Under-The-Hill Saloon. As you probably guessed, it’s located in Natchez’s Under-The-Hill historic district.
In its heyday, the Under-The-Hill historic district was a melting pot for criminals, so it should come as no surprise that the saloon’s past customers included prostitutes and thieves.
Throughout the years, the building has served many purposes. Before becoming a bar, it was used as a brothel, warehouse, and general store. Today, it’s a bar that’s popular among locals and tourists alike.
One of the first things you’ll probably notice is the wonderfully weird décor, which includes everything from antiques and trinkets to posters and signs.
The monetary décor is actually one of the saloon’s signature rituals. That’s right; customers are invited to leave their mark by tacking a dollar bill to the ceiling.
The saloon is open daily, from 10 a.m. to 3 a.m. For more information, call (601) 446-8023. You can also visit the Under-The-Hill Saloon Facebook page. So, did you know about this famous Natchez bar? Ever been? If so, what’d you think? Tell us in the comments section.
This isn’t the only bar housed in a historic building. Read about another here.
Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
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