Moonshine Murders

Location of Fairy Stone State Park in Virginia

Where

Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
Shelter #4

When

Dec. 28, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boomtown. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings. "Moonshine Murders" reveals the events which sparked a number of these murders.

Due to the gruesome nature of this topic, the program is recommended for ages 16 and older.

Ewell Cox is Shot From Ambush newspaper clipping

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: No.
Phone: 276-930-2424
Email Address: FairyStone@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

History/Culture

Additional dates

Moonshine Murders - Dec. 14, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Moonshine Murders - Dec. 21, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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