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Silenced Ceramics
Where
Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton, VA 22079.
Picnic Area
When
June 14, 2025. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Pottery and ceramics have been made and used by humans across the world for nearly 30,000 years. The earliest known pottery in Virginia dates to over 3,000 years ago. Low-fired clay, or earthenware, dominated American ceramics from the colonial era to the late 1700s. One form of earthenware found in this region was called Colonoware. Learn with Rangers about the significance of ceramic production, the silenced history of Colonoware, and how it relates to the lives of Indigenous Peoples and African Americans living in Mason Neck.
About Virginia State Parks History and Culture Day
On June 15, 1936, Virginia became the first state to open an entire park system of six parks on the same day. To celebrate this significant anniversary, Virginia State Parks hosts History and Culture Day every year on June 15, providing a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the stories that make our parks special while enjoying the scenic beauty of its natural landscapes. From cultural demonstrations and reenactments to ranger-led kayaking tours and guided nature walks, History and Culture Day offers special programs for visitors of all ages.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 703-339-2385
Email Address: MasonNeck@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | National Events
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