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A Beacon In The Wilderness
Where
Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA 24248.
Historic Martin's Station
When
Sept. 30, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Three hundred thousand men, women, and children traveled through Powell’s Valley onto a new frontier. With civilization behind them, a new life lay before them. That new life was full of hope, and of heartache. As darkness descends, make your way to the safety of Martin’s Station and watch as the past appears in whispers, laughter, and tears illuminated by the candlelight glow.
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 | Special Event
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