NATCHEZ — The first week of May is annually recognized as National Travel and Tourism Week, a tradition first celebrated in 1984.

Mississippi will join the nation in celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week May 7-15.

Localized events are presented in cities, states, and travel businesses nationwide to champion the power of travel.

Adams County Welcome Center located in the Natchez Visitor Reception Center at 640 S. Canal St. will observe National Travel and Tourism Week.

Throughout the week there will be crafts, exhibits, fine arts, local artists, restaurants, attractions and representatives from our local and surrounding areas to promote tourism.

The public is invited to all events, to tour the visitor information center and to view the exhibits during the center’s business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday

More information is available by contacting Annette Anderson at the Mississippi Welcome Center in Natchez at 601-442-5849.