Gautier, Mississippi is in Jackson County, situated along the Gulf of Mexico, west of Pascagoula. Named for the Gautier family, whose descendants are still well represented in the area, the town’s name is pronounced as GO-chay. Coming from Lyon, France, the Gautier family built a large homestead at the mouth of the Pascagoula River Basin in 1867, and also established a sawmill business, around which the town grew. Known locally as The Old Place, the Gautier plantation still stands, and is owned by descendants of Fernando Upton Gautier and his wife, Theresa Fayard Gautier. Gautier was primarily rural until World War II, and shipyard workers moved into the area for work at a local shipyard. The city was incorporated in 1986. Currently, the town is a bedroom resort community surrounded on three sides by bayous and wetlands, featuring golf courses, large homes, and historic properties, offering recreational opportunities and eco-tourism. Admiral David Glasgow Farragut lived on the West Bank of the Pascagoula River, leaving Gautier at the age of ten. Apart from Pascagoula, its nearest neighbor, other nearby communities include Escatawpa, Gulf Park Estates, Hickory Hills, and Moss Point. Biloxi, Mississippi is about sixteen miles to the west.
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Block Therapy Quilt Shop & Sewing Center
The Gautier, Mississippi quilt shop stocks more than four thousand bolts of designer fabrics, a large variety of sewing notions, and a full line of Baby Lock sewing and embroidery machines. Its location, hours of operation, products and shipping policies are stated, and a schedule of classes is included. Products may be purchased at the store or online.
http://www.blocktherapyquiltshop.com/
The official municipal web site offers an introduction and history of the city, demographics, and a guide to local schools, libraries, medical facilities, and other municipal programs and facilities, as well as election schedules, administrative and departmental contacts. Public notices are posted to the site.
http://www.gautier-ms.gov/
The dental practice is located on Highway 90 in Gautier, Mississippi. The primary dental physicians are introduced, and an overview of its general and cosmetic dentistry services are discussed, along with patient reviews, post-op instructions, forms and information about insurance and financial options.
http://gautierfamilydentalgroup.com/
A campus of the Pascagoula-Gautier School District, GHS is a 9-12th grade public school on Gautier Vancleave Road in Gautier, Mississippi. School registration data, schedules, a student handbook, attendance policies, and announcements are posted to the site, along with a directory of faculty and staff.
http://ghs.psd.schooldesk.net/
Held each October, the annual festival includes a variety of activities, which may vary from year to year, including mullet throwing contests, mullet eating contests, and the crowning of the Mullet King and Queen, as well as live music, children’s events, art contests, and vendors. Schedules and registration information are presented.
http://www.gautiermulletfest.org/
Specializing in steaks and seafood, the restaurant is located on Oak Street in Gautier, Mississippi. Directions and a map showing the location of the restaurant are presented, along with its hours of operation, a calendar of events, menu, photographs, and contacts.
http://www.huckscove.com/
Located on De La Pointe Drive in Gautier, Mississippi, the auto dealership specializes in the sale of Hyundai cars and trucks, but also carries an inventory of used vehicles. Its inventory may be browsed through the site, and special offers are highlighted, along with its parts and service departments.
http://www.jasonpilgerauto.com/
Known locally as The Old Place, the Gautier mansion is located on Highway 90 in Gautier, Mississippi, overlooking nine hundred feet of waterfront along the Singing River. Built in 1867, the historic building is used for weddings and special events. A map, a gallery of photographs, and online bookings are featured.
http://www.theoldplace.net/
The full service, family oriented marina is located on Mary Walker Bayou in Gautier, Mississippi, and is the oldest business in town, as well as the largest marina in Jackson County. Its features, services, directions, hours, contacts, and history are related, and announcements are posted.
http://www.marywalkermarina.com/
Situated on three hundred and ninety five acres of trees and wild flowers, the state park near Gautier, Mississippi includes bike and nature trails, developed campsites, a bathhouse, tent camping and picnicking, and an eighteen-hole disc golf course. Campsites may be booked through the site.
http://shepardstatepark.com/
Suburban Extended Stay Gautier
Provides maps, directions and information about the Gautier, Mississippi area attractions and activities. View its room options and make online or toll free reservations.
http://www.suburbanhotels.com/hotel-gautier-mississippi-MS184
Offering used boats, boat motors, boat trailer products and accessories, the Gautier, Mississippi shop also provides boat and trailer repair services, including a full line of parts for those who prefer to do their own repairs. Its location, hours of operation, and contacts are included.
http://theboatmanms.com/
The chiropractic clinic in Gautier, Mississippi specializes in the treatment of back, neck and shoulder pain, migraines, and other spine or joint related disorders or injuries, including those caused by auto accidents. Patient testimonials, office hours, appointment policies, and backpack safety tips are offered.
http://victorychiropracticcenter.com/
