Virginia State Parks History and Culture Day: The Enslaved Community at Mount Bleak

Location of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia

Where

Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Ln., Delaplane, VA 20144.
Historic Area

When

June 15, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

In 1860, nearly half of Fauquier County's 21,706 residents were enslaved, with fourteen enslaved individuals living at the Mount Bleak Farm. Journey through these difficult stories alongside staff and volunteers. Explore Mount Bleak through a unique tour focused on the enslaved community. Follow your nose toward the log cabin to discover what traditional recipes and stories are being told around the hearth. 

A costumer interpreter shared enslaved history while tending to soup on the hearth.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-592-3556
Email Address: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

History/Culture | Kids/Family | National Events

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