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Guided Cemetery Tours: Rediscover the Past
Where
Program Location: Cemetery Parking Lot
Main Park Address: Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
When
June 13, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Tucked away in a shady grove of forest, the park's historic cemetery holds the graves of an estimated 70 people...what do we know about their lives, and what remains a mystery? While most of the graves are unmarked, three headstones show the names of loved ones longs since passed: Alpheus Hudson, Reverend Samuel Jasper, and Toney Funn.
Park rangers will be on site from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., offering guided tours and sharing information that has been uncovered through ongoing research. The cemetery road will be open from dawn to dusk, allowing you to drive and park directly next to the cemetery.
Guided tours will be offered at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., and 1 p.m. Total walking distance through the cemetery is approximately 1/10th of a mile on a mostly flat, shaded trail.
Directions: Drive straight into the park and keep going straight on the main road toward River Bend Campground. Turn right onto the dirt road at the intersection where the campground road meets the main road.
Please register to let us know you're coming. While not required for this program, it is recommended! If you register, we will be able to contact you if the program is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
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 living history demonstrations 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: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | National Events | Special Event
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