Explore Thousands Of Years Of History And A Historic Cemetery On The Grindstone Ford Trail In Mississippi
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published February 13, 2020
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for more than 30 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as the Mississippi-based Parents & Kids Magazine. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
The Natchez Trace Parkway is lined with many amazing historic sites. Some, like Windsor Ruins, are extremely well known. Then there are others that are a bit more obscure but boasting just as much history as their more popular counterparts. Grindstone Ford is definitely the latter. At one time, the area was considered the end of civilization. Today, it’s home to a long-forgotten cemetery and a trail, so you can easily explore it. Take a look: