Kosciusko, Mississippi
Kosciusko, the county seat of Attala County, is located 65 miles northeast of Jackson and adjacent to the Natchez Trace Parkway at milepost 160.
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Kosciusko is named for the Polish general Tadeusz Kościuszko, who assisted United States military efforts during the American Revolution. However the anglicized name omits the "z". Kosciusko was originally named Red Bud Springs for one of three natural springs that were present in the city. Locally the town name is pronounced Kah-zee-ESS-ko.
Kosciusko is the birthplace of Oprah Winfrey whose contributions built and help maintain the Kosciusko Oprah Winfrey Boys and Girls Club.
The population in Kosciusko was 7,237 in 2014.
Pedal Inn Bed and Breakfast
Kosciusko Information Center
Maple Terrace Inn Bed and Breakfast
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Things to See and Do
- Kosciusko Information Center - milepost 160.0 - Restroom, Picnic Area, History/Nature Exhibit
Places to Stay
- Directions, Map, Dining and Area Attractions
- Kosciusko Restaurants
- Kosciusko Festivals and Events
- Natchez Trace - Kosciusko Access / Exit Roads:
Kosciusko Festivals & Events:
- Passion Play - Easter Weekend
- Natchez Trace Festival - last Saturday in April
- Central Mississippi Fair - second Wednesday thru Saturday of August
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Mary Ricks Thornton Cultural Center
Natchez Trace marker placed by Daughters of the American Revolution in 1912.
Sidewalks and abundant parking create a shopper friendly atmosphere.
Statue of Tadeusz Kosciuszko
Attala County Courthouse
Shops, offices and stores line all four sides of Courthouse Square.
