Group Camp 7: A dive into its history and pioneers

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832. Virtual.

When

March 27, 2021. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Join Ranger Kalen for part two of the Group Camp 7 series to learn about the history of the site and the pioneers who led the way.

Group Camp 7 was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps and was in use until the 1970s. After opening, Group Camp 7 was designated for use by African-Americans at the time. In addition to this, the site also hosted several summer camps that were operated by local church groups here in Virginia.

We will take a closer look at the history of the site and the leaders who made it possible.

This interactive program will be hosted on Zoom and interested participants should email kalen.gilliam@dcr.virginia.gov for access.

Visit http://www.fopsp.org/park-history to watch part one.