Mississippi Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves talks to the crowd assembled for the Governor’s Conference on Tourism Monday luncheon at the Natchez Convention Center. Reeve’s talked about his efforts and the legislature’s efforts to make Mississippi attractive to prospective businesses and to tourists who come to visit the state.

Natchez Mayor Darryl Grennell welcomes Reeves to Natchez.

Tea towels promoting Mississippi’s upcoming bicentennial were given to conference attendees.

Tourism officials from across the state attended the Monday luncheon at the Natchez Convention Center.