Pinch Pots at the Park

Location of Machicomoco State Park in Virginia

Where

Machicomoco State Park, 3601 Timberneck Farm Road, Hayes, VA 23072.
Interpretive Area: Picnic Shelter 2

When

Sept. 15, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Discover how Virginia’s First Peoples made pinch pots (Pre-registration recommended). Participants will get to try their hand at creating a clay miniature pinch pot and hear about how the Powhatan's obtained food and did their cooking. Recommended for participants ages 8+.

All supplies provided. Program will accommodate up to 15 participants per program. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee supplies for yourself and/or your group, otherwise it is first come first served. Call the office at (804) 642-2419 to pre-register.

Clay pots in the grass

We strive to make our programming and special event opportunities accessible and inclusive to all. If you have an accessibility or inclusivity concern, please reach out to our front office to speak with a ranger or contact us through the park email address. We will attempt to accommodate all individuals or families for their unique circumstances and can do so best with advanced communication.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-642-2419
Email Address: machicomoco@dcr.virginia.gov