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The Thread of Independence

Location of Wilderness Road State Park in Virginia

Where

Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA 24248.
Historic Martin's Station

When

Sept. 10, 2022. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Battle of Bunker Hill is now infamous. The effects of revolution are spilling onto the Virginia frontier and men have begun to muster. Knowing many will journey east, a heartfelt symbol of home is given both as a reminder and a warning. Come and join the women of Martin’s Station as they talk of the sacrifice and hardship to come while they sew the very symbol with which this new nation will solidify freedom.

 

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-445-3065
Email Address: WildernessRoad@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

History/Culture | Kids/Family

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