NATCHEZ GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Stanton Hall: A Greek‑Revival Block‑Sized Mansion Frozen in Antebellum Detail
A one‑hour guided tour of Stanton Hall in Natchez reveals the 1857 Greek Revival home’s marble mantles, mirrored double parlors, and layered history, offering a compact introduction to a planter’s world and the house’s later life as a college.
Stanton Hall: A Greek‑Revival Block‑Sized Mansion Frozen in Antebellum Detail.
Built in 1857 by Irish immigrant Frederick Stanton and occupying an entire city block in Natchez, Stanton Hall is a commanding example of Greek Revival opulence. The guided visit walks through rooms noted for their scale, outstanding marble mantles and large pier mirrors, and explains the house’s transformation from the builder’s residence—originally called Belfast—to a brief stint as Stanton College for young ladies and its current stewardship by the Pilgrimage Garden Club.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Greek Revival on a City Block
Stanton Hall’s scale and classical styling mark it as a standout: built in 1857 at great expense, the mansion occupies an entire city block and reflects the ambitions of its builder, Frederick Stanton.
Marble Mantles and Mirrored Parlors
Inside, the house is notable for its outstanding marble mantles and large pier mirrors, features that give the double parlors an illusion of infinite space and anchor the home’s antebellum elegance.
From Belfast to Stanton Hall
The home traces a layered history: built by an Irish immigrant and wealthy planter and cotton merchant, it later housed Stanton College for young ladies and today is owned and maintained by the Pilgrimage Garden Club.
What the day feels like
What the Tour Feels Like
This one‑hour guided tour moves from the exterior façade into the principal rooms, stopping at the double parlors, the mantled fireplaces and other signature spaces while a guide relates the house’s construction, its original owner’s story and the building’s subsequent use as a college and its present stewardship.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour works for — and why.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided visit runs approximately 1 hour.
Tours are offered through Natchez City Sightseeing; the house is owned and maintained by the Pilgrimage Garden Club.
A guided walkthrough of the mansion’s principal rooms and the house’s history, including its period details and later use as Stanton College for young ladies.
The tour is listed as suitable for all ages; contact the operator for current accessibility details or special arrangements.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The guided tour lasts approximately 1 hour.
Who operates tours of Stanton Hall?
Tours are offered by Natchez City Sightseeing.
When was Stanton Hall built and by whom?
Stanton Hall was built in 1857 by Frederick Stanton.
What architectural features make Stanton Hall notable?
The house is a Greek Revival mansion noted for its scale, outstanding marble mantles and large pier mirrors that define the double parlors.
Has Stanton Hall always been a private home?
No — for a time it housed Stanton College for young ladies and its name was changed to Stanton Hall; today it is owned and maintained by the Pilgrimage Garden Club.