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Timberneck Open House and Dig Day

Location of Machicomoco State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Timberneck House
Main Park Address: Machicomoco State Park, 3601 Timberneck Farm Road, Hayes, VA 23072.

When

May 9, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Like all of the Timberneck Open Houses you can tour the stately 1790's Timberneck house and see the stories held in its walls. However, this one is special! Not only can you tour the house, but you can also help the Fairfield Foundation as they work on archaeological digs around the house!

Two dig station set up in front the timberneck house under restoration

The Fairfield Foundation is a local non-profit dedicated to promoting and involving the public in hands-on archaeology, preservation, and education activities within Virginia's Middle Peninsula and surrounding areas. Contact the Fairfield Foundation at fairfield@fairfieldfoundation.org or (804)815-4467 if you have any questions.

Other details

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