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State Parks and Civil Rights
Where
Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.
Parking Lot 6
When
July 13, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
During the Jim Crow Era, many public spaces in the South were segregated. Unfortunately, Virginia State Parks were no different.
Take part in a guided walk where we discuss the history and impact of the Civil Rights Movement in transforming and reshaping the Virginia State Parks system towards racial equality.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-781-7400
Email Address: HungryMother@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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