Every resident of Natchez is the owner of a historic home: a home that is one of the most significant homes in the nation. Donated by the Duncan family in perpetuity in 1911, the home sits at the center of Duncan park where families enjoy golf, tennis, frisbee golf, a playground and much more.

Auburn was built for Lyman Harding, first Attorney General of the Mississippi Territory. Harding defended Aaron Burr in his 1807 arraignment, and soon became one of the wealthiest citizens of the city during its territorial period.

The homes architect and builder was the infamous Levi Weeks. Recently arrived from New York under a cloud of scandal, Weeks was hired to design the “ most magnificent building in the Territory.” Auburn introduced classical architecture to the Territory, with its classical giant-order Ionic portico, and is one of the purest forms of neo-classical Federal architecture in the city. The most outstanding feature of all the grand design is the free-standing, 360 degree staircase, one of only a few in the United States.

Auburn is neither Greek-Revival, nor is it Ante-Bellum, and we can’t wait to share more of it’s fascinating trivia with you when you visit our halls.

As the city’s house, Auburn is available as an event center for a fee. If you are interested in booking Auburn for your next special occasion, for a private tour, lecture or exhibit please call for details.

Join us to learn the fascinating and true history of the architecture and the fascinating lives lived in this National Historic Landmark.