Virginia State Parks History and Culture Day

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Multiple Locations

When

June 18, 2022. 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Gain a new perspective of what is now Pocahontas State Park with a series of programs designed for historical and cultural exploration. What was going on here when your parents were born? What about when your great-grandparents were born?

10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. - A Walk Back in Time: Stroll down to the Spillway and get a glimpse of what life was like in the past. Self-guided and starts at the CCC Museum

10 a.m. - CCC Patch: The Civilian Conservation Corps (1933-1942) developed patches that were used by the enrollees as a means to identify other of their duties. Create your own patch and tour the CCC Museum to learn more about the park's history. Meet at the CCC Museum.

12 p.m. - Knots and Nets: Learn more about the Virginia Indians that once used the park as seasonal fishing grounds. Suitable for ages 5 and up. Meet at the Swift Creek boat launch

7 p.m. - VSP Trivia Campfire: Do you know the the approximate miles of multi-use trails in Virginia State Parks? Find out the answer around a campfire. Meet at the camp store.

Email rebecca.whalen@dcr.virginia.gov for reservations and more information.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov